Breeding methods and matters needing attention

Last Update :2024.06.24

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1. Temperature

2. Soil

3. Watering


Wind orchid is a plant that likes to grow in a ventilated and high-humidity environment, so it got such an elegant title. Since ancient times, it has been loved by everyone, so it has many aliases. For example, because it has grown in clean places such as rocks and towering trees for a long time, it is noble and has a delicate fragrance, so it is also called fairy grass. In ancient times, literati liked to hang it under the eaves to discuss poetry and Taoism, so it was also named Xuanlan. Now let’s briefly introduce to flower friends how to grow orchids and what to pay attention to during the breeding process.


Fenglan breeding methods and matters needing attention
1. Temperature

1. Temperature

Orchids like darkness and avoid exposure to the sun. They should be moist and moist, avoid dryness and dryness. The most suitable temperature for growth is 15 to 30 degrees. Growth will be poor if it is above 35 degrees. 5 degrees The following conditions seriously affect its growth. The most suitable place is to place it in a ventilated and cool place, and maintain moderate humidity. In hot summer, it is suitable for outdoor cultivation with a shading rate of 60%; in cold winter, it is suitable for cultivation in a greenhouse with a shading rate of 40%.

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2. Soil

Phoenix Orchid It is suitable to use sandy soil containing humus. You can use soil with more decaying leaves or soil from mountains with more humus. Slightly acidic loose soil or soil containing more iron has a pH value of 5-7. If you don’t want soil, you can also place it on a board or absorbent stone. Sprinkle some water every day and it will develop well. Pairing it with rotten wood is a favorite choice of many flower lovers, and it looks very artistic.

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3. Watering

1 .Spring

In spring, there is more rain and less light. Place the orchid outdoors in a well-ventilated area to allow it to absorb enough natural rainwater and water it with fertilizer twice a month. No watering.

2. Summer

In summer, there is more sunlight and less rain. Place the orchid in a cool place, provide some appropriate light, and arrange a suitable sunshade canopy or mat. And other equipment, breeze is the best. Because the weather is dry and hot, it needs more watering, and it needs to absorb more sunlight when watering.

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3. Autumn

Autumn, There is little light and little rain, so the amount of watering needs to be gradually reduced, and only watered at noon when the light is sufficient. At this time, the orchid does not need too much water and light, and it is appropriate to keep the temperature at about 8 degrees.

4. Winter

In winter, the orchid enters the dormant period and the leaves begin to shrink and wrinkle, which is normal. Keep the temperature above 5 degrees to survive the winter safely without getting frostbite. Avoid cold wind. Maintain 60-70% humidity, no watering required.


2. Soil

3. Watering














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