Orchids have their place in virtually every home where there are potted flowers. They come in many colors, so we can create incredible and original compositions with them. Despite their charm, they are capricious and demanding. Therefore, if we want our orchids to grow healthy and bloom beautifully, we must provide them with appropriate conditions.
What don’t orchids like? Growing them takes some effort, but it’s worth it
Orchids should be grown in transparent pots with holes in the bottom. Their size should be adjusted to the root because they do not like unnecessary looseness. The soil for the plant must be lightso it will work best here expanded clay, coconut fiber or peat. To beautify our pot, we can put some moss inside. These flowers they love light, however, they should not be exposed to constant sun exposure. Let’s choose bright rooms with diffused light.
Watering is a very important issue in care. The water should be filtered and allowed to stand, you cannot use water directly from the tap. The frequency of watering depends on the seasons: In summer, this should be done once a week, and in winter, once every 2 weeks. To prevent the roots from rotting, it is worth making sure that the water does not stand in the pot. After a few hours after watering, it is worth pouring out the excess water.
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How to properly care for orchids? Homemade fertilizers are reliable
There are many ways to make homemade fertilizers for plants. They are a great source of macro- and microelements, which has a beneficial effect on the condition, growth and flowering of flowers. You can make simple fertilizer, e.g. from lemon. It will prevent root mold and acidify the soil. Just pour half a liter of water into a bowl and add half a teaspoon of fresh juice. Pour this solution into the pot with the orchid for a few minutes. After this time, carefully pour it out of the plant and the treatment is finished. You can also prepare valuable fertilizer from coffee grounds They are loved by plants that do well in acidic soil, such as orchids. To prepare the fertilizer, simply pour two tablespoons of ground coffee with a small amount of boiling water and wait until it cools down. Add during watering, no more often than every 2 weeks. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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