When does orchid bloom? How to grow orchids so they bloom

1. Orchid flowering time

The flowering time of orchids is not fixed due to different varieties and different growing conditions. And as long as it is well maintained, it can bloom many times a year.

According to different varieties, Mo Lan will bloom from October to March of the following year, Chun Lan will bloom from January to March of each year, Hui Lan will bloom from March to May of each year, Jian Lan will bloom from May to December due to its tenacious vitality, Jiu Tou Lan will bloom from March to April of each year, and Han Lan will bloom from December of each year to January of the following year. It can be seen that as long as the orchid is properly maintained, it can bloom at any time of the year. So how do you grow orchids to make them bloom? Read on.

2. How to grow orchids so they bloom

Temperature: Orchids like to grow in a warm environment, so in terms of temperature, spring and autumn are more suitable for their growth. It is inevitable that the temperature will be too high in summer, so it needs to be properly shaded. When the temperature is too low in winter, it needs to be kept indoors to ensure the appropriate temperature, but pay attention to ventilation.

Light: Orchids need to be maintained in an environment with sufficient light, but they cannot tolerate direct strong light. Therefore, when the sunlight is strong in the summer, it can be maintained in an environment with sufficient scattered light, while in spring and autumn it can receive full sunlight.

Water: Orchids do not require much water, just keep the soil 80% moist. The soil in the pot should not be too moist. Pay attention to ventilation and loosening the soil, otherwise it will affect the root breathing. Pay attention to waterlogging prevention in the rainy season and water less or even not at all in winter.

Soil: For growing orchids, you need to choose loose, well-drained, humus-rich, slightly acidic soil. The pH value is more suitable between 5 and 6.5.

Fertilizer: Orchids like fertilizer, but do not apply too much, otherwise it will easily cause fertilizer damage. Just apply appropriate fertilizer, and the fertilizer must be diluted.