How to water the orchid

Orchid - a flower, unusual in many ways. But he was so fond of our fair sex, that we are ready to put up with his harmful character and to fulfill his whims, only that he pleases us with his charm.

Difficulties in caring for an orchid begin already from the most elementary - with watering. Watering is an integral part in plant nutrition. But the situation with the orchid is that the plant is accustomed to take water from the air under natural conditions.

In this article we will learn how to water the orchids.

Watering Orchid Watering Can

This method is not much different from the usual watering of other plants. Its features for orchids are that it is necessary to water several times (2-3) in five minutes and after each time pour water from the pan.

• Water from the watering can should be very thin stream!
• Water the orchid should be in the morning, not in the evening.
• Make sure that the water does not fall on the plant itself - orchids do not like it, especially phalaenopsis. If the water is still on the plant, gently wipe it with a napkin.
• If suddenly when watering water got into such a dangerous place as a growing point of a plant, then blow on it very strongly so that it blows out from there. Do not wipe the water from the growth point with a napkin - you can damage it.

Orchid watering by immersion

A fairly simple method of watering and very good for orchids.

Place the orchid pot for a while (a few minutes) in a container of water. Remove the pot from the water and allow the remaining water to drain. Put the plant in its place.

Bathing Orchids

Capricious beauty orchid loves to take a shower - swim. Therefore, once every two weeks, indulge her with such a procedure.

When it comes to watering time, combine it with a bathing procedure. Wrap the pot in a plastic bag. Turn on a light stream of water at room temperature (not below 22 ° C). It is important that the tap water does not get on the substrate. It should fall only on the plant itself. After watering the plant with a watering can. Leave the orchid dry in the bathroom. Only if the temperature in the room is below 22 ° C, you should not leave it there, will you choose a room warmer.

Many flower growers prefer bathing orchids to spraying. Experts approve their choice. Bathing cleans the leaves of epiphytes, not only from dust, but also from unwanted microorganisms.

To summarize: when you have to water the orchid you have to determine for yourself, there are no general rules.

What water to water the orchids?

The quality of the water in question irrigation decides an important role. As you already know, tap water is unsuitable. When approaching the creation of natural conditions for orchids, use rainwater for irrigation.

If you are afraid that the rainwater in your area is of poor quality, soften the tap water better. There are several ways. And the first one is boiling.

You can soften tap water with oxalic acid. To do this, in 5 liters of water, add 1/8 tsp. powdered acid. Let the water settle for 24 hours. Do not close the container with water, it must always be open so that chemical reactions do not occur!

That's all the tips on the proper watering of orchids. Now you have found answers to all your questions about the green beauty. The orchid in your home will never suffer from improper handling of your own person and water!