Can I buy orchid seeds in summer? Can they survive?

1. Can I buy orchid seeds in summer?

First of all, it should be clear that summer is not a suitable season for planting orchids, so it is not recommended to buy orchids for planting. If conditions permit, it is best to buy orchids for planting in autumn or spring. Because the temperature in summer is very high and the sunlight is very strong, these two conditions are the main factors affecting the survival of orchids. But if you are confident that you can control the environmental conditions, you can also buy orchids and plant them in the summer.

2. Can orchids survive in summer?

It is possible to grow orchids in summer. However, it can only survive if it is planted in a ventilated, cool environment with a temperature not exceeding 30℃. If the environment where orchids are planted and maintained is very hot or the sunlight is very strong, it will be difficult for them to survive. In addition, after planting, be careful not to overwater, otherwise it will affect the survival of the orchid.

3. How to buy orchids in summer

When buying orchids in the summer, try to buy them at a nearby flower shop instead of online. Because orchids purchased online need to be delivered by express delivery before they can be delivered to the buyer. During the express delivery process, if the temperature is very high or its roots are accidentally damaged, it will affect its condition and the survival rate after planting. Therefore, it is recommended to buy it at a nearby flower shop. After buying it, plant it in a suitable substrate as soon as possible and place it in a cool and ventilated place to slow down the potting process, which will make it easier for it to survive.