How to raise red orchids

It is generally planted in purple sand flowerpots, and the loam is prepared with orchid stone, perlite plus rotten coconut shell and pine bark. If enough fertilizer is added during the growing period, slow-release granular fertilizer can be used. Sunshine should be given according to seasonal changes, and pay attention to shading in summer. The temperature range is about 15-25 degrees Celsius, pay attention to heat preservation in winter and move indoors very early.

1. Selection of basin soil

Its false bulb is very large, so it is generally planted in purple sand flowerpots, and the loam needs to be breathable and soft, with drainage effect. Orchid stone, perlite plus rotten coconut shell and pine bark can be used to ensure root growth, facilitate normal breathing, and prevent root rot.

II. Fertilizer supplement

For it, fertilizer is essential. After the flowers have withered, enough fertilizer must be added during the growing period. Slow-release granular fertilizer can be used for long-lasting effect, and rotten organic liquid fertilizer can be used. During this period, it happens to grow vigorously and is in a period of differentiation. As long as sufficient fertilizer and water are guaranteed to make flower buds differentiate into flowers.

Third, light supplement

Sunlight should be given according to seasonal changes, the light intensity is large in summer, it is necessary to block the sun in time, can not come into contact with direct light, the intensity of sunlight in winter is reduced, it can be exposed to sufficient sunlight, which is conducive to the synthesis of nutrients.

IV. Temperature range

The temperature range suitable for its growth is about 15-25 degrees Celsius, pay attention to heat preservation in winter, put it in a place with heating, and move it indoors very early to avoid freezing damage.