How to raise a large orchid, planting materials and maintenance points

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1. Lighting

2. Planting materials

3. Temperature

4. Watering

If you want to grow a large orchid, you should give it appropriate light. It likes semi-shade and cannot tolerate strong light. It can be placed in a place with astigmatism and exposed to the sun for more time. When there is strong light, it should be blocked and not exposed to the sun. The planting material should be breathable, loose, water-permeable and fertile. The temperature should be suitable, preferably between 15 degrees and 25 degrees, and the temperature should be controlled in summer and winter. In addition, watering should be appropriate. The growing season can be moist, but there should be no accumulation of water.

1. Light

Orchid prefers a semi-shady environment and is intolerant of strong light. Normally, it should be placed in a place with scattered light for maintenance, and get more scattered light. This way the plant can accumulate more nutrients, which is beneficial to growth and flowering. The sunlight in summer is too strong, so you should avoid it in time or cover it with a shade net, otherwise you will easily get sunburned.

2. Planting material

Planting material should be loose, breathable, good drainage and rich in fertility. You can mix it with leaf mold soil and granular soil yourself. Be careful not to use anything that is too sticky, as it will hinder breathing and easily lead to root rot. If you find it troublesome, you can go to a flower shop to buy special planting materials for growing orchids, which will make it easier.

3. Temperature

It likes Warm environment, neither resistant to high temperatures nor low temperatures. Therefore, you must pay attention to the temperature during maintenance. The suitable temperature for its growth is between 15 degrees and 25 degrees. When the temperature is high in summer, it should be placed in a ventilated and cool place, and water should be sprinkled frequently to cool down. When the temperature is low in winter, move indoors as early as possible and control the temperature. The minimum temperature should be above 10 degrees to prevent frostbite.

4. Watering

Growth During this period, you can keep the soil moist, water frequently, and spray water, but be careful not to cause waterlogging. As the temperature drops in autumn and winter, the frequency of watering should be reduced. Generally, watering once a week is enough. In addition, pay attention to water control during the flowering period, and do not dry or water. Don't let the flowers get wet, otherwise they will fall.

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