Orchids grow stronger the more they get rained on, but there is one thing to watch out for

Recently, friends who grow flowers have asked me this question: can orchids be left out in the rain? When caring for any plant, we need to understand the reasoning behind it - we must know not only what happens, but also why it happens, so that we can care for our flowers better.

For example, what everyone sees is a pot of orchids, but once you understand some of its physiological characteristics, you will immediately think of its roots - what state they are in right now, and what structural features the outer, middle and inner layers of each root have. Once you can do this, you will definitely be able to grow orchids well.

To address this question, let us analyse the orchid's native environment together. Above it there are tall trees providing cover, and the soil below is leaf mould formed by fallen leaves accumulating over a long time. The biggest feature of leaf mould is that it is loose and breathable, with good drainage.

In addition, it is rich in organic matter. Having trees above provides two benefits. The first is that it blocks excessively strong light, so when we care for orchids, we should choose a semi-shaded environment. The second benefit is that when heavy rain falls, these leaves can provide cover and act as a buffer.

And when rain falls on the orchid's roots, because it is leaf mould, the water can drain away quickly. So overall, giving orchids a moderate amount of rain is especially beneficial to their growth. In greenhouses dedicated to growing orchids, especially temperature-controlled greenhouses, the temperature and humidity are controlled very precisely, so their rate of propagation is especially fast.

But there is one drawback: they never experience natural raindrops, so their ability to resist disease is relatively poor. When we care for orchids at home, if there is light rain or a fine drizzle, we can move the orchids outdoors and let them get some rain. But if it rains for several days in a row, we need to be careful, to avoid excessive rainwater causing root rot - at that point we should move them indoors for care. What do you all think? Don't forget to click follow!