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If you want to add a lively atmosphere to your home, then Phalaenopsis is highly recommended. Because its flowers bloom very gracefully, like a fairy dancing, which is fascinating. Meanwhile, if you take good care of it, it can bloom all year round. So, what pitfalls should be noted in the process of cultivation?
Generally speaking, there are various problems in the home cultivation of Phalaenopsis. However, the main failures usually result from over - watering, low temperature, excessive fertilization, and planting small plants in large pots. Among them, the "over - watering compulsion" is the most common problem. Some people water Phalaenopsis on time every day, which quickly leads to root rot. It should be remembered that Phalaenopsis grows in the tropical rainforest and does not need to be watered every day. It should be watered when the sphagnum moss is dry and turns white. If you don't know how to judge, you can use your hand to feel it or lift the flower pot to weigh it.
The second reason for failure is the low temperature. Usually, there is a large temperature difference between day and night in winter. For example, if the temperature is 25℃ during the day and 10℃ at night, this kind of situation is like making Phalaenopsis ride a roller coaster. It's no wonder it won't survive. Therefore, it is recommended that you turn on the air - conditioner when the temperature at home is 15℃ (checked by thermometer), or take it to a specialized orchid shop and ask the boss to place it in a greenhouse with constant temperature and humidity for 24 hours.
Another reason is the damage caused by fertilizer. Although fertilization is a necessary action in flower cultivation, incorrect operation can also cause root burning. The correct way is not to dilute the fertilizer by guesswork, but to use a measuring cup and dilute it 1000 times correctly. It is appropriate to fertilize once a month.
Finally, planting small seedlings in large pots is like making a child wear adult clothes. The consequence is that the sphagnum moss will not dry for half a year, and the roots will be suffocated like pickles. The correct way is to change to a transparent plastic pot of the right size, which can make the roots compact and grow thickly later.
In addition, for the most common emergency treatment methods for Phalaenopsis, if the roots turn black, take off the pot and check. Cut off the damaged parts. If there is excessive fertilization, quickly wash it with purified water. The flower pot must be a plastic pot with bottom holes for ventilation. Place it in a ventilated place and avoid direct air - conditioning.