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Many people grow flowers for the blooming moment, so it is everyone's common goal to make the beauty of flowers last longer. Especially for the relatively expensive Phalaenopsis orchids, a pot can cost three to four hundred yuan at a lower price and five to six hundred yuan at a higher price during the Chinese New Year. If the flowering period of such a high - grade flower can be prolonged, it would be really worthwhile. So, what are the methods of maintenance that can prolong its flowering period?
Before answering the question, everyone should first understand that Phalaenopsis orchids, with their beautiful flower postures and native to tropical rainforests, have their own "quirks". First of all, their ability to adapt to the environment is not very strong, and they are especially particular about climate and humidity. Therefore, watering becomes crucial during maintenance. When watering, it should neither be too hasty nor too frequent, and of course, the plant should not be short of water.
Why is that? Because if the operation is improper during the process, the roots of Phalaenopsis orchids are prone to rot, and they may get sick later. Here, the best method recommended is to increase humidity by spraying. The advantage of this method is that it can not only increase the air humidity but also allow the roots of Phalaenopsis orchids to slowly absorb water.
To go deeper into the reason, it can be explained from the roots and stems of Phalaenopsis orchids. Their fleshy roots and stems are born with "water - storage technology" like small reservoirs. The spraying method can prevent water droplets from directly hitting the roots. Instead, the water slowly seeps into the planting medium like morning dew, allowing the roots to slowly absorb water in the moist medium. In this way, it can not only quench the thirst of the orchid but also perfectly avoid the headache of root rot.
How to operate specifically? It is recommended to do it in the early morning or evening because during these two periods, the flowers of Phalaenopsis orchids are about to bloom, and it can avoid the strong sunlight. When using a sprayer, choose a nozzle that sprays a particularly even mist, so that the spraying range is large enough to ensure that the water mist covers the entire plant.
However, it should be noted that using a sprayer does not mean spraying all day long. Too much water is not good for the growth of Phalaenopsis orchids, and there may be too much water accumulated on the leaves, which may eventually rot. Therefore, the frequency and amount of spraying need to be adjusted according to the condition of the medium.