How can the newly bought Phalaenopsis blossom?

Since ancient times, orchids have a high "status" from China, and the species of orchids in the world are also very rich. Today, let's talk about how Phalaenopsis in Orchid can blossom. I think this problem is also of great concern to new Phalaenopsis buyers.

I. the basic situation of Phalaenopsis

1. The origin of Phalaenopsis: Phalaenopsis is the epiphytic orchid of the subtropical rain forest, its flowers are like dancing butterflies, its posture is very beautiful, so it is loved by orchid enthusiasts. Now many markets are also available for purchase. In addition, Phalaenopsis is widely distributed in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and other regions.

two。 The shape of Phalaenopsis: the leaf sheath of Phalaenopsis is often wrapped with short stems, and the leaves are somewhat fleshy oval or oblong, with green above and purple below; Phalaenopsis has a longer flowering period from April to June.

Second, how can Phalaenopsis blossom?

In fact, it is not difficult to make the newly bought Phalaenopsis blossom, as long as your breeding method is right, you are not afraid that it will not blossom, so here is how to raise butterflies to produce beautiful flowers.

1. Give Phalaenopsis reasonable light: as a plant Phalaenopsis also needs to produce the nutrients it needs through photosynthesis, so the newly bought Phalaenopsis should be placed in a place with good light conditions; in addition, in the summer when Phalaenopsis is growing vigorously, we should pay attention to shade or move to a cool place indoors, so as not to burn the leaves by the scorching sun.

two。 Give Phalaenopsis good ventilation: Phalaenopsis is a plant that absorbs nutrients not only from soil and photosynthesis, but also from the air, so the environment where Phalaenopsis is placed must be well ventilated.

3. Reasonable watering of Phalaenopsis: there is no dead regulation for Phalaenopsis watering, mainly according to the dry and wet conditions in the basin. If the overall weight of the flowerpot is lighter than buying it, it can be watered; if you touch the bottom of the flowerpot dry and there is no water vapor on the side wall of the flowerpot, it is time to water it; for these uncertain words, you can also use toothpicks to insert into the basin for about 10 minutes, look at the dry and wet conditions on toothpicks, dry watering humidity is relatively large, do not water.

4. Fertilizing Phalaenopsis is reasonable: fertilizer is essential for Phalaenopsis to blossom early. In general, special fertilizer for orchids or potassium dihydrogen phosphate can be used to top fertilizer every five to a week during the peak growing season, and once a month in autumn and winter.

5. Give Phalaenopsis appropriate temperature and humidity: you should know that in addition to the above, temperature is also an important part of whether Phalaenopsis blossoms. Generally speaking, the growth humidity of Phalaenopsis is about 70%, and the humidity at night is higher than that during the day; the growth temperature of Phalaenopsis is 26-27 degrees during the day and 20-23 degrees at night, so that Phalaenopsis can produce beautiful flowers.

6. Treatment of Phalaenopsis after flowering: Phalaenopsis should be pruned in time after flowering, so that a pot of flowers can bloom again next year. When pruning, cut the flower stem from its base, and the extra branches and leaves can also be cut off. In addition, it is necessary to change the basin in time and reduce watering, and put it in an environment with a temperature above 10 degrees in the winter.

7. Prevention and control of diseases and insect pests of Phalaenopsis: the common diseases and insect pests of Phalaenopsis are soft rot, brown spot, virus, shell insects, red spiders and so on.

Basically, as long as you do a good job of these points mentioned above, even if you buy a new one, you will be able to grow a pot of Phalaenopsis full of flowers!