One of the most magnificent flowers is considered to be orchids. In an ordinary city apartment, cymbidiums, cattleya, dendrobiums and, of course, chic phalaenopsis grow and bloom profusely. The latter have gained popularity due to their long flowering, lack of dormancy and attractive appearance.
As a rule, in home floriculture, species such as Luddemann's phalaenopsis, hybrid phalaenopsis, F. pleasant, and F. pink are grown.
"Night Butterfly" is widely known for its elegant and bright flowers, reaching a diameter of 5 cm, the color of which can vary from snow-white to lilac. At the peduncle, up to 15 such flowers are revealed in turn. In order to be successful in growing monopodial beauties, you should study the basic rules for caring for them. In this article we will consider orchids - home care. Phalaenopsis is outwardly attractive, easy to maintain, and for this it is so loved by many plant growers. Indeed, the cultivation of this flower is not particularly difficult.
What is needed for orchids to actively grow and bloom? Home Care
Phalaenopsis will feel fine when optimal conditions are created for him. What kind? As close to natural. When buying a plant, it is advisable to allocate a place for it on the western or eastern window. If you intend to keep it away from the source of
natural light, you should take care of acquiring a phytolamp. Remember that daylight hours must be at least 14 hours.
Phalaenopsis orchid at home requires maintaining a temperature of about 25 ° C in the summer and 16 ° C (18 ° C) in the winter. For abundant flowering, it is necessary to create a difference between day and night temperatures of 3 ° C.
Now we will tell you how to water the Phalaenopsis orchid . Moistening the substrate is possible in two ways: from a watering can, through the top of the container, or by immersing the pot in a basin with water. Both of these methods are convenient in their own way: during the dormant period it is advisable to water the flower by the submersible method, and during the flowering period - from the watering can, so as not to disturb the plant again.
Between humidifications, the substrate in the pot should dry. Excessive watering increases the risk of root decay and plant death. In general, it is considered normal to moisten an orchid once a week. For irrigation of phalaenopsis, you should definitely use non-cold (up to 28 ° C), soft, settled or distilled water.
Orchid leaves should also be sprayed
. Home care: phalaenopsis requires regular moistening of the leaves with a spray bottle. This procedure is carried out in the morning using water at room temperature. It should be remembered that you need to spray the plant with extreme care, trying not to get on the peduncle of orchids.
Home care. Phalaenopsis: features of the content
This plant requires special soil, consisting of various natural moisture-retaining and at the same time breathable natural components (moss, pieces of bark, etc.). Such a substrate for orchids can be purchased at any flower shop. It is recommended to transplant phalaenopsis once every several years (3 or 4 years). It is advisable to choose for this procedure the time in the spring, when the plant does not bloom.
For phalaenopsis, it is important to choose the right pot - it must be transparent, since the roots of the orchid are involved in the processes of photosynthesis. During transplantation, dead, old roots are carefully removed and they are cleaned of the old substrate. Also, the orchid needs to be fed, for this you should use specialized fertilizers. They are introduced during flowering, in the summer - twice a month, in the fall and winter once, while reducing the concentration by half.