Watering frequency of tiger orchid and other watering precautions

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1. Watering frequency

2. Precautions

The climate and environment are different in different seasons, so the frequency of watering is different. There is no fixed number of days to water once. Tiger orchid is a drought-tolerant plant and does not require much water. It is in the growth period in spring and autumn and can be watered once a week. Water evaporates significantly faster in summer, so you can provide water twice a week, and you can also spray a little water on the leaves. In winter, the growth rate is relatively slow, so watering needs to be controlled. You can water less often every 10-15 days and try to keep it dry.

1. Watering frequency

1. Spring and autumn: The climate and environment are different in different seasons, so the watering frequency is also different. There is no fixed number of days for watering. A water argument. Tiger orchid is a drought-tolerant plant and does not require much water. Spring and autumn are just the growth period, so watering should be kept up, and water can be given once a week.

2. Summer: Water evaporates significantly in summer. It is faster, so watering frequency should be more frequent, you can water twice a week. Although evaporation is rapid in summer, you should not water too much, otherwise the leaves will turn white and the roots will accumulate water and rot. In addition to normal root watering, you can also spray a little water on the leaves to replenish moisture and make the leaves fresh and full of life.

3. Winter: growth rate in winter It is relatively slow and the water demand is significantly reduced. At this time, watering needs to be controlled and must not be watered too much. You can wash it off every 10-15 days and try to keep it dry. You can judge whether to water according to the dryness and wetness of the pot soil, and wait for the pot soil to dry before watering. Also pay attention to the water temperature not being too cold to prevent freezing of the roots.

2. Precautions

When watering the tiger orchid, water it down from the edge of the flower pot. The movement should be gentle and gentle. Do not water the tiger orchid. into the center of the leaves, otherwise the leaves will rot.

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