How to grow Phalaenopsis in summer

Although Phalaenopsis grows in a warm environment, the high temperatures in summer may cause sunburn on the leaves. Therefore, when caring for Phalaenopsis orchids in summer, you need to pay special attention to several maintenance details. Let’s learn how to grow Phalaenopsis in summer.

1. Adjust the temperature

The ideal growth temperature range for Phalaenopsis is 20-30℃. When the temperature exceeds 37℃, it is not conducive to the growth of Phalaenopsis. Therefore, Phalaenopsis should be moved to a well-ventilated indoor or shaded place. For example, move the Phalaenopsis from the balcony to indoors and maintain the indoor temperature at 24°C, which is conducive to the growth of Phalaenopsis.

2. Increase humidity

The air is often hot and dry in the summer, so you can add humidity to your Phalaenopsis by spraying it. In addition, a practical tip is to place a tray filled with pebbles and a small amount of water under the Phalaenopsis orchid pot , place the pot on it, and make sure the water level is below the bottom of the pot. This way, water evaporation can cool the plants and increase humidity.

3. Water appropriately

The roots of Phalaenopsis are aerial roots, which are relatively thick and can store water well, so they have a certain degree of drought resistance. Watering should be determined according to the dryness and wetness of the potting soil medium, and the watering methods for different planting materials are also different. It is best to water Phalaenopsis in the morning or evening in summer to avoid root rot in hot and humid weather.

4. Improve ventilation

Good ventilation is not only beneficial to plant growth, but also reduces the occurrence of diseases and pests. After watering in summer, it is especially important to do a good job of ventilation to prevent the formation of a hot and humid environment, which can prevent Phalaenopsis from dying from disease.

5. Prevent and control pests and diseases

The hot and humid weather in summer can easily make Phalaenopsis orchids vulnerable to diseases and pests, so regular inspections are needed to ensure early detection and early treatment. You can also take preventive measures by regularly spraying or irrigating the roots with sterilization drugs suitable for Phalaenopsis, but be careful not to overdose.

6. Reasonable fertilization

In hot weather, Phalaenopsis gradually enters a dormant or semi-dormant state, grows slowly, and requires less fertilizer . Therefore, fertilization should be avoided to prevent damage to the plant from excessive fertilizer concentration.

In summary, the maintenance methods of Phalaenopsis orchids of different varieties and regions will be different. In actual operation, maintenance measures should be flexibly adjusted according to the specific conditions and growth environment of Phalaenopsis orchids.