Home cultivation methods and precautions for nail orchids

Farming methods

Soil selection

The soil generally chooses a natural matrix with good air permeability, such as bark blocks or charcoal, which is conducive to the growth of roots.

Plenty of sunlight

Unlike wild nail orchids, potted nail orchids need sufficient light to grow, but not direct sunlight. Scattered light or direct morning light will do. Alternatively, the nail orchid can be hung directly under the eaves or tree trunks, which can ensure that it receives sunlight every day without having to move it frequently.

Moderate humidity

Nail orchids like places with high humidity and can live in groups with other plants to ensure a stable high humidity environment. You can also increase the humidity of the air by spraying.

Controlling temperature

Nail orchid likes warmth, the higher the temperature, the better it grows, but it should not exceed ℃. In winter, the daytime temperature should be controlled at 19~21℃ and the nighttime temperature should be 15~18℃. The minimum temperature should not be lower than 10℃, otherwise frostbite is likely to occur.

Watering and fertilizing

April to October is the growing season of nail orchid, which requires more water and fertilizer. Usually, liquid fertilizer is sprayed on the leaves and roots every week, and water is poured every 3 to 5 days.

Precautions

Placement

It is best not to place it outdoors in an unobstructed area of ​​the house. You can place it near the windowsill with appropriate shade. Of course, a coffee table or desk can also be used.

Repotting

When growing nail orchids at home, you need to turn the soil and change the pots in time. Depending on the growth of the spider plant, you can change to a larger pot to leave enough space for the nail orchid to grow. The pot is usually changed around March.