Orchid seedlings too fragile to withstand the wind? Avoid 4 taboos to get through autumn safely

Orchid seedlings are "too fragile to withstand the wind"; do not ignore 4 "taboos," or they will struggle to make it through autumn.

This year's autumn has been a bit unexpected, with relatively large temperature fluctuations, and recently the feel of winter has been obvious. This has also caught many orchid enthusiasts a bit off guard, especially some orchid growers who had just divided and repotted their orchids, leaving beginners in orchid growing without any clever tricks to cope.

Because the arrival of autumn is a great time for many orchid enthusiasts to divide and repot their orchids. Weather like this is also somewhat troubling. Especially for newly potted weak orchid seedlings, such an environmental climate makes them even more fragile. So, to deal with this unfavorable situation, experienced orchid growers have offered these clever tips. When encountering such seedlings or weak, diseased orchids, these 4 taboos must never be ignored, or the orchids being cared for will struggle to make it through autumn. Hearing the old hands say this, it seems the analysis makes good sense. As someone who loves growing orchids, I also overlooked two of these taboos, and this time I learned something new. Next, let us take a look at these 4 aspects together. Have you ever fallen into these traps too?

Taboo one: Do not use old flower pots. When planting orchid seedlings or weak seedlings, remember never to use old flower pots. Because old flower pots have not undergone high-temperature sterilization and disinfection, bacteria remain on the pot walls, which is not good for the growth of weak seedlings. Instead, it will accelerate bacterial infection in weak orchids and lead to their death. The most correct choice is to buy new red clay pots, which are breathable and drain well. At the same time, just choose a pot of appropriate size; do not use a big pot for a small plant, because an oversized pot tends to retain water, which prevents the orchid from absorbing water properly.

Taboo two: Do not use leaf mold. For growing orchids, leaf mold is originally a top-grade orchid growing medium. But considering the harm that various mixed bacteria coexisting can do to weak seedlings, because weak seedlings have a poor foundation, using leaf mold may make weak seedlings more prone to disease. Therefore, choose a relatively clean orchid growing medium; at this time, choosing garden soil, mountain soil, and expanded clay pellets is truly the best option. After the weak seedlings have settled into the pot, then add some nutrients, so that the orchids can grow strong and healthy.

Taboo three: Do not choose a single orchid plant. When selecting orchids, try not to choose a single orchid seedling. There is a saying in orchid care: "They like to be together and fear leaving the mother," meaning that a single orchid plant is not easy to keep alive. It is best to have two or three together for a higher survival rate; in this way, good seedlings of similar size support the weak seedlings as they grow together, and this combination makes them easier to keep alive.

Taboo four: Do not move weak seedlings around. Newly potted weak orchid seedlings should usually be placed in a spot with diffused light and good ventilation. At this time, do not casually move the pot or turn the pot. Because moving and turning the pot will force the fragile orchid to constantly adapt to a new environment, which will make the already weak orchid seedlings even harder to adapt to the new environment, and ultimately lead to the death of the orchid. The correct approach at this time is not to move or turn the pot easily; only after the orchid has passed the slow-potting period can you let the orchid accept other invitations!

These 4 taboos, I wonder if you who grow orchids have fallen into them? At the same time, beginners in orchid growing should also keep these 4 points firmly in mind. I wonder if you are clear about them?