How to Cultivate Around to Promote Strong Growth of Orchids without Roots

Orchids are epiphytic plants that often have aerial roots. Growing these beautiful plants by hanging them upside down can stimulate robust root growth. Here is how to promote strong root growth of rootless orchids:

Materials Required:

  • Orchid without roots
  • Suspension holder (such as perforated wood plate, plastic basket, etc.)
  • Attach to attach orchid to support
  • Adapted substrate (mixture of bark, sphagnum, perlite, etc.)
  • Water basin for watering

Steps to follow:

Step 1: Choose a suspension holder adapted to the size of your orchid. Make sure it will allow good circulation of air and water.

Step 2: Gently attach the orchid without roots to the support using a fastening. Be careful not to damage existing roots during this step.

Step 3: Prepare the substrate by mixing different components such as bark, sphagnum and perlite to ensure proper drainage and moisture retention.

Step 4: Place the substrate around the roots of the orchid while ensuring that they are well covered while leaving sufficient air circulation.

Step 5: Water the orchid regularly, allowing water to drain through the substrate. Make sure the water does not stagnate in the holder to avoid root rot.

Step 6: Expose the orchid to a bright indirect light to promote photosynthesis and root growth. Avoid direct sunlight that could burn sensitive leaves.

Step 7: Monitor the state of the roots regularly by checking the colour, texture and moisture. Remove any dead or rotten root to maintain plant health.

Step 8: Fertilize the orchid as needed with a specific fertilizer for orchids diluted in watering water. Follow the instructions on the package to avoid overfertilization.

By cultivating your orchids backwards, you promote strong root growth by providing them with an aerated, bright and suitable environment. This method can also help prevent diseases associated with stagnant moisture in traditional pots. Do not hesitate to experiment with this technique to observe the health and vitality benefits of your rootless orchids.