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Phalaenopsis can be regarded as the dream flower of many people. Besides its flower shape like dancing, it also has a variety of varieties and colors to choose from. However, the "delicate" Phalaenopsis is always prone to leaf splitting, which really makes many flower lovers helpless. How to solve this situation in the process of maintenance?
I believe that for people who grow flowers, the most feared thing is to see the flowers or leaves splitting, because this not only affects the appearance but also means that the plant is not far from withering. So, how to solve the splitting situation? First of all, it should be known that the growth of leaves depends more on healthy roots. The splitting of leaves may be caused by incomplete root development, insufficient air humidity, or improper fertilization, such as using high-concentration fertilizers to burn the leaves and cause splitting.
Among the many reasons, the most common culprits are usually the drastic change of temperature and the dry air environment that cause the leaves to lose water and split. The best way to deal with it is, first, to increase the humidity around the flowerpot. Especially in the relatively dry environment in autumn, you can spray water mist on the leaves and the surrounding environment to increase the air humidity, and keep the soil in the pot a little drier in winter.
Secondly, stabilize the indoor temperature. The best range is between 18°C and 30°C. If the temperature cannot be maintained within this range, it will affect the normal development of its leaves and roots. If the temperature exceeds 30°C, the plant may enter a dormant state and stop growing. It is recommended that you can consider buying a sunshade or moving it to a shady place at noon. In winter, it can be moved to a warm room.
Then, the key points of fertilizing Phalaenopsis are that during the growth peak season of Phalaenopsis (in spring and summer), some fertilizers should be applied to ensure the development of stems and leaves. However, it should be noted that when using fertilizers, the concentration must be well controlled, otherwise it is easy to cause the imbalance of soil acidity and alkalinity, resulting in excessive nutrients that cannot be absorbed. Therefore, it is recommended that novice flower lovers had better choose slow-release organic fertilizers, which can continuously release nutrients and reduce the risk of over-fertilization.
Finally, pay attention to ventilation. When choosing the placement environment, you can use your hand to feel whether there is a gentle breeze blowing around, or look at the surrounding air, and choosing a suitable position is helpful to maintain air circulation, reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases, and reduce the risk of leaf splitting.