When is the best time to plant Phalaenopsis orchids? Master the care methods after buying them
In recent years, the beauty of the Phalaenopsis orchid has surely been seen at Lantern Festival flower markets; its uniqueness is like a sprite full of personality that makes people "unable not to love" it. However, if you want to grow Phalaenopsis well, besides giving it suitable temperature, humidity, fertilizer and watering, it is best to also match it with the "golden time" for growing it.
In fact, friends who have grown Phalaenopsis should all understand that it is not an easy flowering plant to cultivate, and during care there may be unfavorable factors such as flowers refusing to bloom for a long time or buds dropping early. Actually, besides mastering the care methods, this also requires matching the golden time for growing Phalaenopsis.
Generally speaking, among the four seasons, the revival period of Phalaenopsis is in spring. At this time it is best to sow it or repot it, because the temperature is moderate and the humidity is suitable, and many natural conditions are very consistent with its growing requirements. At this time, you can consider burying healthy, plump seeds in a relatively warm and humid environment, or changing to soil with better air permeability, to lay a solid foundation for the growth of Phalaenopsis.
When the hottest summer arrives, Phalaenopsis usually enters a period of vigorous growth. At this time the plant needs more light to support nutrient absorption and conversion, but note that intense light will sunburn the plant, so you must choose a place with diffused light, and when necessary add extra shade umbrellas to lower the sun's temperature and strengthen ventilation.
Among the four seasons, the crisp autumn is the best time for the flower bud differentiation period of Phalaenopsis. This is the key fertilizing period. At this time, sunlight plus fertilizer can be used to promote flower bud formation and blooming. For fertilizer, it is recommended to choose fertilizer rich in phosphorus and potassium to make the flowers bloom more brilliantly.
When the increasingly cold winter arrives, it is necessary to do a good job of keeping Phalaenopsis warm and moist, because in extremely cold conditions the plant will slow its growth rate. At this time, flower lovers should not let it stand alone outdoors in the cold wind; it needs to be moved to a relatively warm position, while keeping the air humid and regularly spraying water on the leaves to increase humidity. At this time, the plant will not bloom.