Orchidsare known as the most demanding houseplants, but at the same time they are so beautiful that every time I go to a garden center I definitely want to purchase one of these beauties. So far I have actually successfully refrained from purchasing an orchid for the simple reason that I myself am known as “the destroyer of cacti”. And imagine if I am able to kill the desert plants within two weeks, what will happen to the fragile orchid? But a month ago I received a beautiful pink-purple orchid as a gift. Then I undertook a wide study of possible manuals on the proper cultivation of orchids. Now I want to show you the most important onesOrchid care tipsshare so that you can also enjoy such beauty at home.
Tips for orchid care –Avoid pots made of clay
It is crucial where exactly your houseplants grow. The moisture evaporates very quickly in the clay pots and the orchid urgently needs water. Florists recommend storing the epiphyte species in clear plastic containersto maintain, which are very important for their photosynthesis. In the flower shop you will find special pots just for orchids. There are openings on the side of the pot and at the bottom through which excess water is drained and air can enter. The bottom of the pot must be covered with crushed pine bark mixed with peat moss (Sphagnum) so that the soil has good drainage.
Tips for orchid care –Specific soil soilkaufen
The orchids require a special soil substrate that contains crushed pine bark and peat moss. The small pieces of pine bark must remain in boiling water for a few hours so that all pests are killed, only then can the bark be used. You may also be able to add sand and pieces of charcoal. The mixture produced in this way is extremely permeable to water and air.
Orchid care tips – Direct sunlight is harmful
The orchid doesn't like the bright sun, so look for a suitable place at home for your beautiful indoor flower, ideally on a windowsill. But if the sun shines directly, then there is a risk that she will die. So in summer you should have blinds or heavy curtains on the window. These plants get used to artificial light very quickly.
How often does the orchid need to be watered?
Depending on their water needs, orchids can be divided into 3 groups:
– They need constantly moist substrate – Miltonia, Cymbidium, Odontoglossum, Paphiopedilum etc.
– Those whose substrate can become dry between individual waterings – Cattleya, Oncidium, Dendrobium and others.
– Require constantly dry substrate – Phalaenopsis, Vanda and others.
Be careful with watering
Watering the orchid is like a ritual. There are two options. The first is to place the houseplant under running water at room temperature for about a minute or two. This is recommended in cases where you have a real pot with lots of holes through which water can drain. The second option is to submerge the pot at room temperature in a larger container filled with water again. Leave the orchid there for half an hour. The procedure is carried out once a week. These demanding houseplants are said to be more likely to die from overwatering than from lack of water. In this sense, they are extremely appropriate for people who often forget when to water their houseplants. Plus, the orchids are so beautiful that you will definitely have an additional topic of conversation every time you have coffee with your neighbor.
I hope my thoughts about orchids will also be useful to you in your daily care of these beautiful houseplants. I await your comments and further recommendations here, or anything else you have to share about the demanding orchids. We are looking forward to it!
