Around the world, there are about thirty-five thousand varieties of orchids. But only a few species of these exquisite plants can exist in an apartment. Orchid - a whimsical flower, but in the shops they sell varieties that easily take root in room conditions and are not too demanding of care.
Often, having got from a store to a house, an orchid drops greenhouse flowers. After that, it may not bloom for several years. Orchid lovers, wise by many years of experience, believe that this happens in 99 cases out of 100. So if your orchid does not bloom, there is nothing wrong with that. With proper care and watering, it will catch up, and you will enjoy exotic flowers at least twice a year.
The orchid plant has a very original structure. It receives water and nutrient reserves not only from water, but also from air. And these valuable substances are stored in a thickening - a pseudobulb. It is from him that flowers and new leaves appear.
For orchids growing indoors, there are general rules for care and watering. Follow these recommendations and your orchid will surely please you. Watering is also important, but more on that later.
This flower needs bright diffused light. In winter, a guest from the tropics is highlighted; Depending on the season, the room temperature should be at least 18-20 degrees. They like fresh air very much, but they can die from cold drafts.
So that the beauty-orchid does not disappear, watering should be done only when the soil is completely dry and the pseudobulb is wrinkled. If there is no bulb, watch the lower leaves, as soon as they are tucked, you can water.
Water quality is also important for a flower like an orchid. Watering should be carried out only with soft water with a low salt content. It can be rain water, it is fashionable to let tap water through a charcoal filter. But it is best to defend the usual from the tap for several days, and then gently drain the sediment. Never use cold water; an orchid may die. Watering and spraying should be carried out with room temperature water. Several times a month, you can arrange a shower for them at room temperature. In this way, you will kill two birds with one stone - wash the leaves from dust and stimulate the plant.
In no case do not move the pot, orchids do not like this very much. Even a slight displacement can cause injury, especially when the orchid blooms. Watering and spraying is not enough to humidify the air. A container of water should be placed near the plant.
In order for the orchid to please with constant flowering, the pots should be made of smooth transparent plastic. The roots are actively involved in the process of photosynthesis, and they need daylight.
Follow these simple rules that apply to such a delicate flower as an orchid - watering and care will not be burdensome and will bring results. And you will enjoy the flowering of these amazingly beautiful flowers.