Common problems and solutions for moth butterfly flowers

Winter management of the butterfly flower

Winter management is very important for plants. The main thing to pay attention to in the winter management of moth orchid is the temperature.

The moth and butterfly flower is cold-resistant. Generally, the moth and butterfly flower can withstand temperatures as low as -3℃. When cultivating the moth and butterfly flower in winter, insulation measures are needed. The potted moth and butterfly flower can be placed in a warm room. If conditions permit, it can be placed in a greenhouse. This needs to be done before the temperature drops to 0℃.

In winter, the temperature of the moth and butterfly flower should be kept above 0℃, and the temperature at night should not be too low. If it is too low, the moth and butterfly flower plant will grow slowly and bloom late. If the temperature in winter remains below -3℃ for a long time, frost damage is likely to occur, causing the leaves of the moth and butterfly flower to become deformed and the flower buds to become dull.

Diseases and Pests of the Butterfly Flower and Their Control

The main diseases that moth-butterfly is prone to are sclerotinia and gray mold. The fungus disease can infect the stems and leaves of the moth-flower, causing them to rot. In severe cases, the entire plant will die. Gray mold mainly infects the flower buds, which will reduce the ornamental value of the flowers. If symptoms are found on moth-and-butterfly flowers, the diseased plants need to be removed in time to prevent the disease from further spreading. In severe cases, pesticides need to be sprayed for treatment.

The moth-shaped butterfly flower may be harmed by pests such as aphids and whiteflies. When pests are found, they should be treated in time. They can be treated by spraying anthelmintic phosphorus.

Plant shape control of moth butterfly flower

Controlling the growth of the moth and butterfly flower can make the moth and butterfly flower have a better ornamental effect. Generally, it is necessary to make the plant full and branched.

The main ways to control the plant shape of the moth and butterfly flower are dwarfing and potting, and good ventilation must be maintained during maintenance.