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Do you want the phalaenopsis orchids you grow at home to bloom throughout the four seasons? In fact, the simplest way is to water them correctly. Some friends may find it incredible when they hear this. Why isn't it said that fertilization and proper lighting are also needed? Isn't watering something that everyone can do? Then why do some people always end up killing their phalaenopsis orchids?
When it comes to taking care of phalaenopsis orchids, from the moment you buy them from the flower shop owner, usually the medium and fertilizers in the pot are sufficient. However, not everyone truly masters the scientific way of watering. Some friends will continue to water even when the soil is already wet, and they may even foolishly fertilize the plants, which of course will lead to the death of the orchids. So, under what circumstances should we not water phalaenopsis orchids?
For beginners, when you first bring the phalaenopsis orchid home, it is in the process of adapting to a new environment. At this time, don't be in a hurry to water it excessively. Observe it for the first week. Only water it when the moss at the bottom is completely dry. Otherwise, give the roots some buffer time, or else the roots are likely to suffocate and rot.
To determine whether it's time to water, you need to look at the moss and roots through the transparent plastic pot. If the moss looks and feels damp and the roots are green, it means that there is enough moisture. At this time, you should not water, otherwise the roots will be soaked in water and develop problems due to lack of oxygen.
In addition, the frequency of watering varies with different seasons. In winter, as the temperature drops, phalaenopsis orchids will enter a dormant period and grow very slowly. So, you should water them less, about once every 2 to 3 weeks. And try to water them at noon when it's warmer. Using too cold water is likely to stimulate the fragile roots. In other seasons, water them once every 3 to 4 days, depending on the condition of the medium.
Finally, there are also some skills in the watering method. Use a watering can with a narrow spout to water slowly. Try not to water directly onto the stem. The amount of water each time is about 100 to 200 milliliters, just enough to wet the medium thoroughly. Especially, don't let water accumulate in the center of the leaves, as it is likely to cause leaf rot. If you feel that the phalaenopsis orchid is extremely short of water but are afraid of overwatering, you can try the "absorption method". The operation is to soak the lower half of the flower pot in water, and take it out when the moss is about half wet. When using this method, be careful not to let the leaves and the stem soak in water, or else the roots will rot!