Water an orchid with 5 kinds of magic water and it transforms into a flower fairy
Many friends love growing orchids, right? Orchids are noble and elegant, beautiful in appearance, and carry a faint delicate fragrance. Placed at home, they not only reflect the owner's aesthetic taste but also fill the air with gentle scent, making people feel happy.
However, recently some flower lovers just cannot feel happy, reportedly because the orchids they grow really look disappointing: leaves small and dull, and flowers blooming only a few times a year at best, so ugly. For this situation, Gu Niang suggests flower lovers try "magic water" - I believe it can turn the orchid's disappointing condition around.
1. The all-purpose rice water, caring for orchids is no problem at all
Rice water is used very widely in the growing world, and orchids can be watered with rice water too. But rice water must not be poured carelessly. It is recommended to use rice water only after it has been fermented and matured for 1-2 weeks. Also, when watering orchids, pay attention to the concentration: it must be diluted with water before use. One part rice water to clear water at a ratio of 1:2 is quite good.
The frequency of watering orchids also matters. From spring to early summer, it is recommended to water orchids once every 15 days; from June to October, when the weather is hot, it is recommended to water about once every 5 days or so; for the rest of the time, because orchids are in their dormant stage, you should not water too much or too little - watering about once every 10 days is fine.
3. Watering orchids with fish tank water, reusing waste is very eco-friendly
Friends who keep fish at home, do not pour out your usual fish tank water - you can save it to water orchids. However, if the water in the fish tank is too cloudy, it cannot be used.
When keeping goldfish, it is recommended to put some river sand soaked in potassium permanganate solution into the fish tank. In this way, the fish waste will be absorbed by the roots of the aquatic plants, which helps purify the water quality. Once the water in the fish tank becomes clearer and cleaner, you can take the fish tank water to water orchids.
3. Watering flowers with air conditioner water, giving them what they like has many benefits
Air conditioner water can also water flowers? Yes, you read that right - air conditioner water can also be used to grow flowers! The condensate produced when the air conditioner runs is neutral soft water with a pH of neutral, and it can be used as washing water, and it is very suitable for growing flowers and fish.
Pouring air conditioner water into an orchid pot makes it less likely to develop alkalinity. Because orchids themselves like slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5, using this kind of air conditioner water that does not easily cause alkalinity means you also do not need to worry that the pH of the potting soil will change.
4. Organic nutrient water, no need to worry about nutrients for growth
Just as people need nutrition to grow, orchids also need all kinds of nutrients to grow. Some flower lovers say the market has all sorts of nutrient solutions for orchids and they do not know how to choose. It is recommended to choose an organic nutrient solution specially made for orchids, fermented purely from plants. It is not only rich in the organic substances and amino acids orchids need for growth, but also very green and safe.
5. Rainwater (snow water) also has great uses
Rainwater is suitable for watering orchids because soft water is appropriate, and rainwater (snow water) is a relatively common and relatively ideal soft water in nature. It is close to neutral water, contains more air and no minerals, and is very good for orchids.
However, flower lovers should pay attention to whether your area has acid rain. Acid rain cannot be used to water orchids. In dense cities or areas near chemical industrial zones, it is best not to collect rainwater, to guard against acid rain and harmful substances.
After hearing about these several kinds of "magic water" that Gu Niang mentioned, are flower lovers already eager to try them? When using them, pay attention to the amount, so the orchids will grow better and better. If you have any suggestions or thoughts, you are welcome to leave a message.
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