How to care for Cymbidium goeringii through the four seasons? A full breakdown of practical methods

    Cymbidium goeringiiAlso known as caolan and duoduoxiang, it is a plant of the genus Cymbidium in the orchid family. In our country,orchidsare a symbol of nobility and elegance.The fragrance of orchidsranks first among all flowers; the ancients hailed it as the "ancestor of fragrance," "national fragrance," and "the finest fragrance under heaven."Orchidsare also a major traditional famous flower of our country.

    Cymbidium goeringii has been cultivated in our country for more than 2000 years,cultivationhistory, and rich experience has been accumulated. Cymbidium goeringii is a semi-shade plant, and how well it grows depends entirely on care and management.CultivationThe site requires good ventilation and shade facilities, and light must be controlled. Shade netting and plastic film are commonly used for rain protection and shading. In spring and summer, better shading is required; in autumn and winter, give plenty of sunlight, which benefits root and leaf growth and flowering. Never expose it to direct sunlight or scorching sun.

    Watering is the key to growing Cymbidium goeringii well. The amount of water depends on air temperature, light intensity and plant growth. Generally speaking, water less in winter when temperatures are low and humidity is high, and water more in summer when plants grow vigorously and temperatures are high. But in summer, never let showers wash over them; plastic film must be used to block rain. Watering in the early morning is best. Rain in autumn easily causes black spot disease. In winter, watering at noon on sunny days is best. If conditions permit, it is best to install automatic misting equipment to increase air humidity, which is even more beneficial to the growth and development of Cymbidium goeringii. For orchids,thewater used is generally rainwater and river water; tap water must be put into a pool before use.

    Fertilizing is essential for Cymbidium goeringii. In spring and summer-autumn, when orchids are in their vigorous growth period, more fertilizer can be applied. From late March to late September, fertilize once a week, and the concentration should be dilute. In autumn and winter, orchids grow slowly, so fertilize less, once every half month. After fertilizing, spray a small amount of clean water to prevent the fertilizer solution from soiling the leaves. Fertilizing must be done in the evening on sunny days; fertilizing on cloudy days risks root rot. Generally, orchids are dormant in winter and do not need fertilizing. During the growing period, granular compound fertilizer or "Huiyou" 15-15-30 special fertilizer for potted flowers can also be used.