- Water pot orchids correctly - this is how it works
- Fertilize orchids in the pot in a balanced way - this keeps the nutrient balance in balance
- Pruning orchids is not difficult - how to do it right
Actually, orchids grow on majestic trees in the rainforest. In order for the magnificent flowers to thrive in the pot, professional care is important. These tips explain how to water, fertilize and cut the exotic plants correctly.
Orchids should never be watered too much
Water pot orchids correctly - this is how it works
Waterlogging is the biggest enemy of your potted orchids. An excess of water kills the flower beauties much faster than short-term drought. How to do it right:
- Water potted orchids vigorously twice a week during the summer period
- In winter, water no more than once a week
- Drain the excess water well and only then put it back in the cachepot
Please only use collected rainwater or decalcified tap water. By lifting the pot, you can easily determine when watering is needed again. A dry root ball is feather light.
Fertilize orchids in the pot in a balanced way - this keeps the nutrient balance in balance
High up on the jungle giants there is a nutrient diaspora for orchids. However, the epiphytic plants in the pot cannot do without a supply of food. While the plant is growing and flowering, give a special liquid orchid fertilizer every 3 to 4 weeks. Stop fertilizing during the dormant period. Conventional flower fertilizer (€1.95) is taboo due to the high salt content.
Pruning orchids is not difficult - how to do it right
When caring for orchids, experienced hobby gardeners are guided by an important rule of thumb when it comes to pruning: never cut green parts of plants. This premise applies equally to leaves, stems, bulbs and aerial roots. Do not cut off a leaf until it has completely died. Leave a dried bulb on the orchid until the next time you repot it, so that you can only remove it when it is potted up. Simply pluck out faded flowers.
tips
Do not plant an orchid in regular potting soil. Both the epiphytic and the terrestrial species require a coarse soil for orchids, composed of pieces of bark and inorganic components. To ensure that your efforts for perfect care actually result in a magnificent bloom, please use products such as the special substrate for orchids from Seramis.