Cultivation methods and precautions of hard-leaved orchid

1. Soil

It is best to use loose and fertile soil for growing hard-leaf orchid. The roots of hard-leaf orchid are relatively long and very strong, so loose and breathable soil becomes a necessary condition for its survival. In order to ensure the normal growth of the roots, try to choose a larger pot for planting, which can provide sufficient growth space for the roots.

2. Lighting

Hard-leaf orchid likes shade, so when cultivating it, avoid direct strong sunlight. It is best to choose a semi-shaded place with sufficient scattered light for cultivation.

3. Water

Hard-leaf orchid likes a humid environment, so you need to maintain the humidity of the potting soil. But be careful not to water it too much. Wait until the potting soil is slightly dry before watering it appropriately. In summer, the temperature is relatively high, so watering should be done in the morning or evening when the water temperature is close to the soil temperature; in winter, you should pay attention to reducing watering appropriately, but do not let the soil dry out, just keep it moist. When watering, water along the edge of the pot and do not pour it directly on the plant; when the air is dry, spray water on the leaves frequently to keep them moist.

4. Fertilizer

Sclerophyllum is a plant that prefers fertilizer and can be planted in flower soil rich in humus. When planting, it is best to prepare a layer of base fertilizer in advance to ensure that the growth environment has sufficient nutrients. During cultivation, you can spray some liquid fertilizer on the leaves of hard-leaved orchid to promote its growth and development.

5. Notes

1. When growing hard-leaf orchids, the soil should be plowed frequently to keep it loose and breathable. Not only should the soil be breathable, but a ventilated growth environment should also be provided for the hard-leaved orchid. A ventilated and moist environment can make the color of the hard-leaved orchid brighter and reduce the occurrence of diseases and pests.

2. Do not blindly disinfect the soil and plants before planting. Orchids need orchid fungi to provide nutrients for their root systems. If you disinfect the plants regardless of whether they are sick or not, it will greatly disrupt the balance of orchid fungi, causing the hard-leaved orchid to grow slowly, germination to be reduced, and even cause phytotoxicity.

There is also an anaerobic bacteria in orchid fungi that is not conducive to the growth of hard-leaf orchids, but this bacteria is difficult to survive and reproduce in a breathable environment. Therefore, you should pay attention to loosening the soil frequently to keep the roots of hard-leaf orchids healthy.