How to tell if an orchid is short of water and whether it should be watered

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1. Observe the leaves

2. Observe the soil surface

3. Knock on the flowerpot

4. Finger test judgment

To determine whether an orchid is short of water, you can judge it from the leaves. If the old leaves start to turn yellow and dry from the leaf tips, the leaves shrink, and the plant wilts, it means that the orchid is short of water and you can water it. You can also observe the color of the soil surface with your eyes. If the color becomes lighter, it indicates drought and water shortage. You can also tap the wall of the flower pot with your hands. The crisp sound indicates lack of water. Or you can insert your fingers into the flower pot and feel it. If the soil is dry and hard, it means the pot soil is dry and lacks water.

1. Observe the leaves

Orchid growth requires reasonable watering. Only correct watering can ensure the normal growth of the plant. You can tell whether an orchid is lacking water by looking at its leaves. If the old leaves of the plant begin to turn yellow and dry from the tip, the entire leaf shrinks, and the plant appears wilted, it means that the orchid is short of water.

2. Observe the soil surface

To determine whether the orchid is in a state of water shortage, you can observe it with your eyes and see if there is any change in the surface color of the soil. If the pot soil has dried out, the color of the soil surface will become lighter and appear grayish white. At this time, it means that the orchid is in drought and lacks water and can be watered.

3. Knock on the flower pot

In addition to observing the color of the soil surface, you can also tap the wall of the flower pot with your hand. If you hear a crisp sound, it means that the pot soil inside has dried. At this time It needs watering.

4. Finger Testing and Judgment

You can insert your fingers into the soil of the flower pot, about two centimeters, and feel the soil. If the soil feels relatively dry and hard, it means that the pot soil is dry and it is time to water. If the soil feels fine, soft, and a little moist, it means the pot soil is very moist.

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