Where to cut Phalaenopsis orchids when they wither

one. First method

1The flowering period of this plant can be as long as 2 to 3 months. When the flowers of this plant wither, in order to prevent unnecessary consumption of nutrients, we must cut off the withered flowers in time and also trim its branches appropriately.

2 If you want this plant to bloom a second time, after its flowers wither, do not cut off all the flower stems. We can first carefully observe the overall growth of the plant. If both the roots and leaves are very healthy and strong, we can leave a few more flower stems and cut off the parts that are 4 to 5 nodes or more from the base of the flower stem.

3 You can cut off the first flower or the attachment of the first branch, and the remaining flower stalk will still have buds. As long as we can take good care of it, it can still grow new flower buds.

4 But you must be careful to prevent it from bearing fruit, because once it bears fruit, it will consume too many nutrients and then affect the growth of the plant. Even if it bears fruit, it is still very difficult to use the seeds in the fruit for planting.

5 The second flowering will greatly affect the growth of the plant, because while we are waiting for it to bloom for the second time, it will consume more nutrients. If you plan to add fertilizer, you must also observe the growth of the plant before making plans.

two. Second method

1 If you want this plant to bloom more beautifully in the second year, you need to cut all the flower stems from its base after the flowers wither.

2 And after cutting it, you have to wait at least until the second half of the year before you can see its freshly grown branches. During this period, you must take good care of it, otherwise it will die and there will be nothing to see.

3In addition to cutting off the flower stems, you also need to check its root system carefully in order to ensure flowering in the second year. Remove the plant from the pot and carefully check whether the roots are rotten or dried out. If so, cut them off immediately.