At the end of their flowering period, orchids take a more or less long rest period. They let us know their decision to give us another bloom by growing new shoots. You can find out here which care program you can use to help an orchid.

New shoots herald the dreamlike flowers of the orchid

Light and warmth stimulate growth

Orchids tolerate slightly cooler temperatures during the rest period. However, this tolerance is over when new shoots appear. Now at the latest, the royal flower wants to stay in a bright, warm location with 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. A high humidity of more than 60 percent is now also an advantage.

Care for new shoots - That's what matters

Parallel to the growth of new shoots, the need for water and nutrients increases. How to properly care for an orchid:

  • Soak in soft, room-warm water once or twice a week
  • Fertilize liquid every 4 weeks until the end of the flowering and growth period
  • Mist leaves and aerial roots daily

Now is the best time to repot your orchid. If numerous aerial roots protrude beyond the edge of the pot or grow out of the bottom opening, the plant wants to move to a larger container with fresh orchid soil. You can use this opportunity to remove dead bulbs so that the new shoots can develop unhindered.

Do not cut off faded shoots too quickly

The popular Phalaenopsis orchids do not take a significant break from flowering. As soon as the last flowers have withered, the new shoots are already appearing. Please do not be tempted to cut off the faded stems. With a bit of luck and the right care, the stems will give you side shoots that will bud and flower in no time. The part of the stem above the new shoot dries up and can be cut off up to the branch.

tips

To ensure that your orchids continue to produce new shoots in the future, leaf care must not be neglected. Periodically wipe off dust and other debris with a soft, damp cloth. For a beautiful shine, gently buff the foliage with the inside of a banana.

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