Phalaenopsis semi-hydroponic method

Phalaenopsis semi-hydroponic method

When growing Phalaenopsis orchids semi-hydroponically, the first thing to do is to take good care of the Phalaenopsis orchid plants. Remove the water table and other residues on the Phalaenopsis plant, then trim the roots, cut off the diseased roots and rotten roots, wash them with water, and cut off the diseased leaves.

Note that the wounds of the plants must be dried after treatment, and it is best to apply some charcoal.

Choose a container, maybe a plastic bottle. Cut it in two, remove the middle part, and then make a few small holes in the shoulder of the bottle.

Place some broken bricks on top of a plastic bottle, then plant the plant inside the plastic bottle and place it on the bricks. Then put charcoal on top and compact it.

Note that you don't need to water, just spray the leaves. After a few days, you can put some water at the bottom of the plastic bottle, being careful not to let the roots come into contact with the water. The purpose of this is to turn the water at the bottom of the plastic bottle into steam to replenish moisture for the Phalaenopsis. The several joints on the plastic bottle can ensure that the water vapor can be connected from top to bottom.

Precautions for Phalaenopsis semi-hydroponics

When growing Phalaenopsis orchids in semi-hydroponics, the main thing is to see whether the root system survives. Only when the root system grows well can the plant grow better. Generally, if you see the old roots of the Phalaenopsis start to turn green, or new roots grow, it means that the plant has basically survived.

After that, when cultivating, pay attention to watering, but the water should not cover the roots. As the roots grow longer and longer and new leaves appear, it means you have succeeded. You can choose the appropriate time to pot it.