How to water the orchid (how often) what is the best way to water the orchid?

Magnolia is a tropical plant, the demand for light and heat will be relatively strong, but the demand for water is relatively weak, it is precisely because of this, we can not like other plants to water the orchid frequently, this is not only disadvantageous to the growth of the orchid, but also may cause harm to the orchid, so it is very important to master the method of watering the orchid.

How to water the magnolia

Gentleman orchid in different environments, the number of watering, the amount is different. The indoor temperature, humidity, the size of the flowerpot, the air permeability of the flower soil and the influence of the season, the watering period will not be fixed in a period of time. We need to consider the interval of watering as the environment changes.

1. Knock on the flowerpot

Tap the flower pot with your fingers in three places, the sound is clearer, indicating that there is plenty of water in the flower soil, and then water it after a period of time. The dull sound means that the basin needs watering when it is dry.

2. Weighing

If you are sensitive to weight, pick up the flowerpot before watering to feel the weight, and then pick up the flowerpot after watering. In the long run, you will probably have a value in mind. Feel the weight of the flowerpot every time you water it and you will know whether it should be watered or not.

3. Humidity detection

Probing is the most direct way, put the finger deep into the flower soil 1 stroke 3 places (basically the length of the index finger), feel it. If it's wet, don't water it. If it's wet, you can't even reach your fingers, so it's time to water it!

The number of times of watering varies in different seasons, so the editor simply tidies up:

1. You can water once a day in spring.

2. In summer, spray the whole plant with a sprayer and spray a layer of water around it. If it's cloudy, you don't have to water it. If it's sunny, you can water it once a day.

3. In autumn, you have to stop watering once a day.

4. You can water it once a week in winter.

But friends should be aware that the watering tips mentioned by the editor here should also change according to the environment at that time. For example: if you breed indoors in winter, it is drier indoors, so you can increase the frequency of watering. On cloudy and rainy days in summer, watering time can be extended.

What kind of water is better for gentleman orchids?

1. Tap water

This is the most common choice, and it doesn't take us too much effort to collect or make it. However, many florists tend to water the water that has just been picked up from the faucet immediately. In fact, this is not very appropriate. Although we say that tap water is a good choice, it refers to tap water that has been placed and precipitated. Generally speaking, it is more advantageous to put it for a whole day and water it again. Not only can it be used for watering, but it can also be used to spray and spray on the leaves of the plant in the hottest summer. But you need to be careful not to get it on the flower.

2 、 Rain Water

In general, there are more Rain Water in summer, so this aspect mainly refers to summer. It is a gift from nature, with high oxygen content and many ions, which is generally better than the first one. Moreover, Rain Water can combine with the soil in the basin to effectively prevent the soil from caking. When it rains, collect it in buckets and you can store a lot of it.

3. Taomi water

Amoy rice water has many uses, one of which is watering. It contains a lot of nutrients, which is conducive to plant growth and development. But it needs to be diluted with water. Generally speaking, the ratio of it to water is 1: 5. In addition, in order to prevent damage to the roots, it needs to be fermented before use. Not too many times, just twice a month.

4. Magnetized water

Many friends may not know what this means. In fact, its manufacturing method is very simple, is to put the horse-shaped magnet in the water, about a few hours, can. This kind of water can promote the activity of the plant and make it grow faster and better.

Fertilization methods of Magnolia

1. Applying bottom fertilizer

Also known as base fertilizer. The main function of base fertilizer is to create conditions for the development of plants and to meet their own nutrient needs. The base fertilizer of Magnolia is used every two years when changing pots. The commonly used base fertilizers are: animal manure, green manure, compost, bean cake fertilizer and so on.

Methods: mix the base fertilizer with the soil before planting.

2. Topdressing

Topdressing is carried out during plant growth. Commonly used fertilizers are: cake fertilizer, bone meal, fish meal and so on. With the increase of plant growth age, the leaves grow up and their own nutrients increase, and timely topdressing is beneficial to the growth of plants.

Method: when applying fertilizer, peel the basin soil away from 2 cm to 3 cm, apply fertilizer, and be careful not to get too close to the root system, so as not to hurt the root. Usually once a month, the time can be appropriately reduced by 20 days during the growing period.

3. Topdressing liquid fertilizer

In fact, liquid fertilizer does not need to buy professional fertilizer, directly soak the rotten faeces of animals and plants, and take the liquid to water 20-40 times, depending on the size of the seedlings.

Watering once after 1-2 days of fertilization, the aim is to seep liquid fertilizer into the root system and give better play to the fertilizer effect. Be careful not to water before fertilizing.

4. Extra-root topdressing

When there is a lack of nutrients in the soil and the plant is short of fertilizer and grows slowly, the method of external fertilization should be adopted. Commonly used fertilizers include urea, calcium superphosphate, potassium dihydrogen phosphate, etc.

Methods: the fertilizer was diluted into a solution and sprayed directly on the leaves of the plant, and the nutrient elements infiltrated into the plant through the leaves. When spraying, pay attention to the positive and negative sides of the leaves should be sprayed evenly. It is usually sprayed every 4-6 days in the growing season, 10-15 days in the semi-dormant state, and after sunrise.

The habits of Gentleman

Magnolia is native to the tropical regions of southern Africa, grows under trees, is afraid of heat and cold, likes semi-overcast and humid environment to avoid strong light, and the most suitable temperature for growth is between 18 and 28 ℃. If the temperature is too low or too low, the growth will be inhibited. Cymbidium is suitable for growing in a well-ventilated environment and is suitable for loose and fertile acidic organic soil. Cymbidium is a typical greenhouse flower, which is suitable for indoor breeding. The orchid under normal maintenance blossoms once a year, and the indoor maintenance temperature is suitable, and it can blossom before and after the Spring Festival. However, it is rare to bloom twice or even three times a year!

Amoy rice water and magnetized water are very suitable for plants. Amoy rice water is rich in nutrients, while magnetized water can effectively attract the metal substances in the water to the magnet. This kind of water is very suitable for the absorption of plants. So we can also use the method of watering rice and magnetized water when planting plants.