What is the best way to grow orchids? A detailed explanation of propagation methods

If you want to grow orchids well, it is best to keep the temperature between 16-24°C, and provide them with sufficient and suitable light conditions. When watering, be careful to avoid water accumulating in the pot, and when applying fertilizer, observe the changes in the plant. Propagation methods include sowing.

I. Growing methods

1. Watering: When the plant lacks water, water it in time. If the plant does not lack water but is given water, it will cause water to accumulate in the pot and rot the roots. If the plant is in the growing period, then water frequently but in small amounts. If it is in the dormant period, then there is no need to water. If the surrounding temperature is on the low side, then try not to water. If the summer temperature is that high, then not only should you water frequently, but you should also sprinkle water around to lower the temperature.

2. Temperature: The most suitable temperature is 16-24°C. The highest temperature in summer must not exceed 30°C, and the lowest temperature in winter must not exceed 5°C, otherwise it will not only freeze and damage the plant, but also affect its growth and development.

3. Light: All plants are the same, they cannot tolerate strong direct light, so during the hottest period in summer, shade them in time, and in winter they should also often be placed in a place with good scattered light to receive light.

4. Pruning: If branches and leaves are not pruned, some useless branches and rotten leaves will infect the entire plant and also affect the plant's shape, so this measure is very necessary.

II. Propagation methods

Sowing: Scatter plump seeds into moist soil, then water thoroughly and let them grow.