One of the most popular plants to give away or decorate any space are orchids thanks to their beauty and elegance, however, it is not an easy species to please, as they require a lot of care that is worth it to enjoy their beautiful flowering, that is why today we will tell you how to water your orchid so that it is full of flowers, healthy and beautiful.
Orchids need to receive enough light , otherwise their leaves will turn dark, so place them somewhere with resolana, next to a window, it will be perfect, but if they are exposed to direct sunlight, they will burn. They should also be in a pot that does not darken their roots , because they also need to receive the sun.
They are of tropical origin and live in the branches and trunks of trees, so they are used to high humidity , however, it is important to prevent their roots from being flooded and ensure they receive many hours of light.
Its flowers can last up to three months, which is a long time, but they need abundant and spaced watering with a little mineral water and excellent drainage, in fact nurseries recommend watering orchids three to 4 times a week , but as long as they have excellent drainage and it is possible that during the hot months they may need even more water.
How to Water Your Orchid to Keep It Full of Bloom
How to Water Your Orchid to Keep It Full of Bloom, Healthy, and Beautiful
You will need:
Ice
Cascade
Bicarbonate
Step by step:
Water your orchid with three ice cubes once a week, if it is a small orchid use only two ice cubes
Dissolve one teaspoon of baking soda in one liter of water, do not exceed the quantity
Water your orchids with this solution only once or twice a month.
Baking soda acts as a natural treatment for some plant diseases, but in orchids it is also used as a fertilizer and to promote flowering.