Home cultivation methods and precautions for nail orchids

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Breeding method

Precautions

Nail orchids generally live in quiet valleys or even cliffs. The harsher the environment, the more robust they can grow. So, does it need to be "free range" for breeding at home? Let’s learn how to care for nail orchid at home!

Cultivation methods

Soil selection

The soil generally chooses a natural substrate with good air permeability, such as bark blocks or charcoal, which is beneficial to the growth of roots.

Sufficient sunshine

Unlike wild nail orchids, potted nail orchids need sufficient light to grow, not direct sunlight. Scattered light or direct morning light will do, or the nail orchid can be grown Hanging directly under the eaves or tree trunks can ensure that it can receive sunlight every day and does not need to be moved around frequently.

Moderate humidity

Nail orchids like it In places with high humidity, they can live in groups with other plants to ensure a stable high-humidity environment. You can also increase air humidity by spraying.

Control the temperature

Nail orchid likes temperature. The higher the temperature, the better it grows, but it should not exceed ℃. In winter, the temperature is controlled at 19~21℃ during the day and 15~18℃ at night. The minimum temperature cannot be lower than 10℃, otherwise frostbite is easy to occur.

Water and fertilize

4~ October is the growth period of nail orchid, which requires more water and fertilizer. Usually, liquid fertilizer is sprayed on the leaves and roots every week, and water is poured every 3 to 5 days.

Notes

Placement

It is best not to have an unobstructed outdoor area of the house. It can be placed near the window sill with appropriate shade. Of course, coffee tables, desks All are possible.

Repotting

Family nail care The orchid needs to be plowed and repotted in a timely manner. You can change the pot to a larger one according to the growth of the spider plant to leave enough space for the growth of the nail orchid. Usually the pot will be changed around March.

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