Act now and orchid will bloom throughout the house
Orchids are beautiful plants that bring a touch of elegance and beauty to every home. However, for them to flourish and prosper, it is important to take appropriate care of them. Here are some practical tips to help you keep your orchids healthy and bloom throughout the house:
1. Choose the right location
- Place your orchids in a bright place, but away from direct sunlight.
- Make sure they have a constant temperature between 18 and 25 degrees Celsius.
- Avoid places where there are air currents, such as near windows or doors.
2. Regular but moderate watering
- Water your orchids once a week in winter and twice a week in summer.
- Use water at room temperature and ensure that excess water can easily drain from the pot.
- Avoid soaking the roots in water, this could cause rot.
3. Appropriate fertilisation
- Use an orchid fertilizer diluted in water and apply it once a month during the growing period.
- Avoid overfertilizing, this could harm the plant.
- Hang the fertilizer during the winter dormancy period.
4. Maintain adequate humidity
- Orchids appreciate a relative humidity of about 50 to 70%.
- Place a tray filled with pebbles and water under the pot to increase moisture around the plant.
- Spray water regularly on the leaves to maintain constant moisture.
5. Care of faded flowers
- After flowering, cut the flower stalk just above the nearest node.
- Do not shoot the stem, this could damage the plant.
- Keep taking care of the plant even after flowering to promote a new flowering.
With these practical tips, you can act now and see your orchids bloom throughout the house. Give them the necessary care and enjoy their beauty throughout the year.