How to grow spring orchids so that they can bloom

1. Flowering period

To see it bloom, you need to wait until late January to early April. In many places, it blooms in February or March. Its flowering can last for a month, so the viewing period is relatively long. Its flowers are very elegant, with a faint fragrance that seems to be there and not there, which is very interesting.

2. How to grow flowers

1. Environment

It has strict requirements on temperature and humidity, so it is best to place it in a place where the temperature, humidity and wind speed can be controlled. You can place more water basins on the ground to increase the humidity in the house. It is best to place it on a shelf 60 cm above the ground, which can both provide ventilation and prevent insects. It would be best to have equipment to maintain the temperature so that its growth requirements can be met during the severe winter, allowing it to spend the winter safely.

2. Potting soil

It has fleshy roots and contains a lot of water, but it is very afraid of waterlogging. When choosing a flowerpot for it, you must consider ventilation, drainage, and aesthetics. You can use vermiculite as a substrate, or mix it with perlite, place it in a windy and cool area, spray water on the leaves, and water until water can flow out from the bottom of the pot.

3. Watering

It needs 70-90% humidity. If it is too dry, it will not develop well and the leaves will be small, thin and dull. Humidity can be maintained by sprinkling water, and the pH value of the water should be around 6. If it is a hot season, the water vapor evaporates quickly, so you can water once in the morning and evening, and water it thoroughly once a week. It temporarily hibernates during the severe winter and can be watered once every four or five days.

4. Fertilization

When fertilizing it, the dosage cannot be too large, otherwise there will be fertilizer damage and it will die. New buds will grow from April to June and the temperature will begin to rise. You can use Lanjunwang once every 7-10 days to help the roots develop and the buds grow. When new leaves grow after July, you can use Huabao No. 5, also once every 7-10 days. In September and October, you can use Huabao No. 2, once every ten days, to help it thrive.

5. Light temperature

The best humidity is 20-30 degrees, and the temperature should not exceed 15 degrees day and night. Light has a greater impact on its growth. Sufficient light can make the leaves very green and smooth. If the temperature exceeds 30 degrees during the hot season, you need to take measures to shade it. When the temperature is below 5 degrees, you need to heat it or place it indoors. Be careful not to let the rain damage it on rainy days. If it grows too dense, prune it in time.