The correct way to transplant orchids

Orchids are a beautiful and elegant family of flowers that are widely loved for their charming flowers and fragrance. The correct method of transplanting orchids and the required conditions are important factors to ensure the healthy growth of orchids and successful transplanting. Let’s talk about the correct method of transplanting orchids.

1. The correct method of transplanting orchids

1. Choose the right time for transplanting

Orchid transplanting should be carried out in spring and autumn. The climate is cool and the temperature is suitable in these two seasons, which is conducive to the recovery and growth of orchids. The best time in spring is around Qingming Festival, and in autumn it is around the autumnal equinox. If you transplant orchids at this time, their survival rate will be higher.

2. Prepare suitable flower pots and soil

Flower pots should be made of breathable materials, such as purple clay pots, which have good water retention and air permeability and are suitable for orchid growth . The size of the flowerpot should be slightly larger than the original pot, but not too large to avoid poor ventilation due to excessive planting material. For soil, you should choose orchid-specific soil or bark soil that is air-permeable and rich in humus to ensure that the orchid roots can absorb sufficient nutrients and breathe smoothly.

3. Carefully remove the orchid

Carefully remove the orchid from its old soil to avoid breaking the roots. After transplanting, the old roots, rotten roots and excess roots should be carefully checked and cut off to reduce the risk of disease spread and nutrient depletion.

4. Disinfection

The roots of orchids need to be disinfected after pruning to prevent bacteria from infecting the wound. You can use fungicides such as carbendazim to soak the roots for about 20 minutes, and then transplant them after drying.

5. Proper transplanting

Fill a layer of soil at the bottom of the flowerpot as subsoil, then place the orchid in the middle of the flowerpot, fill the pot with soil with one hand and support the orchid with the other hand until it is filled to the appropriate height. Gently compact the soil during filling to ensure that the soil is in close contact with the orchid roots.

6. Management after transplanting

After transplanting, orchids should be placed in a cool and ventilated place to accelerate the growth of seedlings, avoiding high temperature environment and direct sunlight. Watering should be controlled during the seedling acclimatization period, and normal maintenance should be carried out after the orchid resumes normal growth.

2. Conditions required for orchid transplanting

1. Suitable growth environment

After transplanting, orchids need a suitable growth environment, including light, humidity, temperature and other conditions. The temperature should be controlled between 15-25℃ and the humidity should be kept moderate to avoid being too wet or too dry. In terms of lighting, direct sunlight should be avoided, as orchids prefer scattered light.

2. Good ventilation conditions

Orchids need good ventilation to reduce disease and maintain air circulation. After transplanting, orchids should be placed in a well-ventilated place to avoid being in a closed environment for a long time.

3. Reasonable watering and fertilization

After transplanting, orchids need reasonable fertilization and watering to ensure their normal growth. Watering should follow the principle of "watering when the soil is dry and watering when the soil is wet" to avoid excessive dryness and waterlogging. In terms of fertilization, you should choose fertilizers suitable for orchid growth and apply fertilizers according to the proportions on the instructions to avoid insufficient or excessive fertilization.

4. Pest and disease control

After transplanting orchids, the disease and pest situation should be checked regularly and appropriate prevention and control measures should be taken. Once pests and diseases are discovered, they should be dealt with promptly to prevent them from spreading to other plants or worsening the disease.

To sum up, the correct method and required conditions for orchid transplanting are the key to ensuring the successful transplanting and healthy growth of orchids. Only by providing a suitable growth environment and mastering the correct transplanting method can orchids thrive in the new environment.