What should you pay attention to when growing Phalaenopsis orchids indoors at home?
The Phalaenopsis genus is a famous type of cut flower. Phalaenopsis is a monopodial epiphytic orchid with a short stem, large leaves, and one to several arching flower stems. The flowers are large and named for their butterfly-like shape. With graceful blooms and gorgeous colors, it is a treasure among tropical orchids and enjoys the reputation of “queen of orchids.”
Notes on growing Phalaenopsis orchids indoors
1. Temperature: The suitable growing temperature is 16-30°C. In winter, if there is heating equipment indoors, this temperature is not difficult to reach, but note that the flowers must not be placed on heating equipment or near where warm air blows out. 2. Humidity: The growing humidity is 60-80%, and around 50-60% humidity is enough during the flowering period. Do not let cold wind blow directly on the plant. If the humidity is too low, place a basin of water on the floor to add humidity, and never spray water onto the flowers.
3. Light: During the flowering period, a sunny spot indoors is sufficient, with 15000-25000 lux being suitable. Avoid strong direct sunlight at noon.
4. Fertilizer and water: No fertilizer is needed during the flowering period, and watering once every 6-8 days is enough.
5. Growing medium: Moss is mainly used as the growing medium, as it has good water retention and air permeability.
6. Flowering period: 3-4 months. After the flowers wither, cut off the flower stem at a position above one node from the base, buy a special fertilizer for Phalaenopsis orchids from the flower market and apply it diluted according to the dilution ratio, and it can bloom again the following year.
Four misunderstandings to watch out for when growing Phalaenopsis orchids at home
Phalaenopsis is one of the most favored and fastest-growing flowers in the flower market in recent years. It has a relatively long flowering period and is a plant suitable for indoor potted growing. However, when growing it in pots, we often encounter some cultivation problems or misunderstandings. If care is not appropriate, it will be unfavorable to the growth of Phalaenopsis and may even cause the plant to die. When growing Phalaenopsis at home, be sure to pay attention to the following points:
1. Temperature too low: Phalaenopsis generally comes on the market in early spring. After we buy it and bring it home, most of us place it in the living room for easy viewing. Although the sunlight and temperature in these places are sufficient, the temperature at night is on the low side. In this situation, the plant will gradually become weaker day by day, and even with good care, the orchid may still fail to bloom.
2. Using a large pot for a small plant: Sometimes people mistakenly think that growing it in a large pot will give Phalaenopsis more growing space and provide plenty of water and fertilizer. Actually, this is not the case, because after using a large pot, the sphagnum moss is not easy to dry out. You need to understand that Phalaenopsis likes good aeration; as the saying goes, when air flows freely, everything feels comfortable.
3. Overwatering: Watering Phalaenopsis should be done in the right amount. Some people often worry that Phalaenopsis will lack water and even water it every day. Overwatering like this will cause severe root rot and ultimately lead to the death of the Phalaenopsis.
4. Overfertilizing: Most people have a misunderstanding, believing that the more fertilizer they apply, the faster it will grow, and they also do not pay attention to the fertilizer concentration. To grow Phalaenopsis, you must first understand that the principle of fertilizing Phalaenopsis is little and often, and it is best to apply dilute fertilizer. Remember that “tonic feeding” must not be excessive, otherwise it will backfire.
When growing Phalaenopsis, if you handle the above points properly, I believe you will grow very good Phalaenopsis.
How to grow Phalaenopsis orchids, and what are the notes on growing Phalaenopsis orchids?
In home life, many families like to grow flowers and plants at home to decorate their living space, such as orchids, lilies, poinsettias, and so on. Among them, Phalaenopsis is loved by many families. So, how do you grow Phalaenopsis? What are the notes on growing Phalaenopsis? Follow the editor of Shengduoduo Decoration Network and take a look. I hope it can help everyone.How to grow Phalaenopsis 1. It is best to use an unglazed pot with many holes in the walls
For the growing material, granular materials such as moss, tree fern fiber, bark chunks, and charcoal pieces can be mixed and prepared. When planting, the growing material should account for about 1/2 of the pot volume. Because Phalaenopsis has aerial roots and the root tips have symbiotic fungi, when planting, you only need to fix the orchid seedling in the pot and press it slightly firm. Never press it tightly or bury it deeply, otherwise it will hinder the roots from absorbing nutrients and growing. Phalaenopsis grown in unglazed pots should be repotted every spring after the flowers fade to renew the growing material, so as to avoid accumulating dirt and moss and to prevent easy development of pests and diseases.
How to grow Phalaenopsis 2. When grown outdoors in summer, 80% of sunlight needs to be shaded
In spring and autumn, when light intensity is slightly weaker, 60% shading is still needed, and in winter 40% shading is needed. Whether a good shading environment can be provided is the key to growing Phalaenopsis well. When grown indoors, it is generally placed in a sunny room with bright scattered light, and this is enough to let it grow robustly. No matter where it is grown, direct exposure to sunlight must be avoided. At the same time, temperature control is also very important. In hot high-temperature areas in summer, when the temperature exceeds 35°C, growth and development will be inhibited. In summer, while providing shade, water should also be sprayed to lower the temperature and ventilation should be increased. In a cool and airy environment, Phalaenopsis can be prevented from rotting due to damp, stuffy heat.
How to grow Phalaenopsis 3. There must be an environment with high air humidityGenerally, a relative humidity of 70%-80% is needed. For this reason, whether Phalaenopsis can get through summer and the dry environment of dry seasons in northern regions is an important part of growing this flower well. Therefore, in this season, special attention should be paid to increasing air humidity. Spraying the leaf surface 2-3 times a day, frequently spraying clean water on the ground, and turning on a humidifier can all reduce indoor dryness, increase humidity and lower temperature, and create a locally humid environment for plant growth. When spraying during the flowering period of Phalaenopsis, be careful to avoid spraying water onto the flowers, otherwise it easily causes the petals to rot.
How to grow Phalaenopsis 4. Watering and fertilizing should be adapted to the season
During the vigorous period of new root elongation, more water should be given; during the dormant period after flowering, less water should be given. When the temperature is high, more water should be given, and when the temperature is low, less should be given. Generally, in spring and autumn, water once a day; in summer, water once each morning and evening; in winter, the amount of watering depends on the room temperature, and generally watering once every 3-5 days is enough. However, no matter when, do not water too much, otherwise the growing material will remain wet for a long time, causing poor aeration, rotting of the fleshy roots, yellowing of leaf color, and in severe cases the death of the whole plant. Therefore, except in seasons with higher temperatures when more water can be given appropriately, it is generally best to water thoroughly after the surface of the growing material has dried. Spring and summer are the vigorous growth periods of Phalaenopsis, so a dilute liquid fertilizer mainly based on nitrogen fertilizer can be applied once every two weeks to promote the growth of branches and leaves; autumn is the growth period of its flower stems, so it is suitable to apply a liquid fertilizer mainly based on phosphorus and potassium fertilizer once every 10-15 days to promote bud formation and flowering. During the peak growing season, an orchid-specific fertilizer can also be sprayed on the leaves 1-2 times. Fertilization should be stopped during the flowering period, otherwise it easily causes flower and bud drop.
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