How to raise cymbidium in winter and during flowering period

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1. Temperature

2. Lighting

3. Watering

4. Humidity

5. Fertilization

The flowering period of Cymbidium is from October to April of the following year, so the whole winter is the flowering period of Cymbidium. During the flowering period of the plant, we need to ensure that the maintenance temperature is between 5-15°C and get plenty of sunlight. We usually insert a bamboo stick in the pot, pull it out and take a look if nothing happens. Observe that the bamboo stick is dry and water it thoroughly. Under good ventilation conditions, Frequently spray water around the plants to moisten them, but be careful not to splash water on the flower buds to avoid falling flowers.

1. Temperature

Cymbidium prefers coolness, and the most suitable temperature for its growth is 10-25℃. During the flowering period of cymbidium in winter, if the maintenance temperature can be maintained at 5- At 15°C, cymbidiums can be kept blooming for more than 3 months without fading.

2. Light

Cymbidium loves light. Under sufficient light conditions, it is beneficial to the growth of the leaves of the plant, thereby promoting the formation of flower arrows, allowing the plant to bloom more, and The light in winter is warm and soft, so there is no need for shading. You can move directly to the south balcony to bask in the sun.

3. Watering

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Cymbidium has relatively high requirements for water quantity and quality. In winter, you can insert a bamboo stick in the pot. Pull it out and take a look at it. Observe that the bamboo stick is dry and water it thoroughly. The water you pour should be dried one day in advance. Slightly acidic water is more beneficial to the growth of cymbidium.

4. Humidity

Cymbidium prefers to grow in a high-humidity environment. Too low humidity is not conducive to plant growth and development, and indoor heating rooms are extremely dry in winter, so frequent Spray water around the plant to moisten it, but be careful not to splash the water on the flower buds to avoid falling flowers.

5. Fertilization

If the cymbidium has not bloomed, you can apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizer every other month to promote the flowering of the plant. If the cymbidium has already bloomed, or you have just bought a new cymbidium from the flower market, do not apply it. Fertilize and wait until the plants have spent their flowers and pruned them before fertilizing.

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