5 things to avoid in orchid care to prevent root rot, decay and dehydration
There are many enthusiasts growing orchids in pots, and quite a few of them do it well, but for beginners, cultivating orchids still poses a certain degree of difficulty. Fellow orchid growers, please remember:Orchids are a rather delicate plant. Please remember these 5 "don'ts" to help you avoid some unnecessary damage.
1. Don't plant in too large a pot
Why is that? The orchid plant is not particularly tall, so if it is planted in too large a pot, a small plant in a big pot, it easily leads to poor aeration, and watering is also hard to control. Orchid growth depends above all on one word: "moisture." In a large pot, the ambient humidity is too high, bacteria invade, and the orchid will develop root rot.
2. Don't plant too deep
Do not plant the orchid too deep, otherwise prolonged dampness will cause rot. Generally, when planting orchids, the base or pseudobulbs must be left exposed above the soil surface.
3. Don't let the roots be too crowded
When planting an orchid, do not cram its roots into a clump; instead, spread them out evenly. This is done so that each root can come into contact with the growing medium, and aeration is also better.
4. Don't water right after planting
This refers to new plants whose roots need wound treatment. Generally, before planting an orchid, a fungicide is applied to the wounds on the roots to sterilize them, and only after the wounds have healed can the orchid be watered (just as with a person who is injured, you should try not to let the wound come into contact with water).
5. Don't put it in direct sunlight
This means avoiding direct strong light. Everyone knows that orchids are shade-loving plants. Newly planted orchids must be kept away from direct strong light to prevent dehydration, and should be placed in a warm, shaded spot, otherwise the orchid may also breathe its last.
Fellow growers who are just thinking about potting orchids, remember these 5 "don'ts" - they might just save your orchid's life.That is also a sight this editor would be very glad to see; likewise, experienced veteran orchid growers, please add plenty more, so that this editor and beginners can learn - much appreciated.