Can Cymbidium be grown in soil?

Can Cymbidium be grown in soil?

Cymbidium can be grown in soil. It can be planted in March-April in spring or September in autumn. It can be grown in water or soil. You can choose according to your needs. However, the soil culture method is simpler because the plant has higher requirements for water quality.

Cymbidium orchids can be grown in soil even without roots and can be propagated by cuttings. The soil must be loose, fertile, and well-drained. It can be prepared by mixing leaf mold, garden soil, and perlite.

How to grow Cymbidium orchids in soil

1. Water: Cymbidium likes moisture, but is afraid of waterlogging. Water it in small amounts each time to keep the soil moist, but do not allow water to accumulate in the potting soil.

2. Light: Cymbidium orchids love sunlight very much, so potted plants need to be placed in an environment with sufficient scattered light. The light in summer is too strong, so the plants need to be shaded in time.

Precautions for soil culture of Cymbidium

1. When caring for Cymbidium, pay attention to the placement of the plant, pay attention to the ventilation of the maintenance environment, open the windows frequently, and do not let the plant stay in a stuffy environment for a long time, otherwise it will be easy to be infected by pests and diseases.

2. The potting soil of Cymbidium orchid needs to be changed every 1-2 years, and the time can be chosen in spring and autumn. Stop watering and fertilizing three days before changing the pot, and trim the roots appropriately.