By the time you finish reading this article you will believe you can grow healthy orchids. You'll know how to get the best care of orchid information on the market.
Opt for an orchid variety suited to the environmental conditions where it will be grown. For example, if you have a southwest facing window sill that's obstructed by buildings and shrubs you should grow a orchid variety that grows well in lower light conditions.
Circulating air is vital to help prevent disease but ensure there are no cold drafts.
Orchids like a humid atmosphere. An inexpensive way to achieve this is to use a small hand spray several times a day. Do not spray too much at any one time. And do not spray open flowers or there is a chance they will develop brown spots.
The best potting material for orchids should be a fine or medium orchid bark mix or New Zealand sphagnum moss. Soil should never be used.
Only use plant pots with excellent drainage.
Orchids need repotting on average every 1 to 2 years. It is preferable to repot after flowering but it requires to be carried out promptly if the bark or moss shows signs of being packed or decomposed.
Use a specialist orchid feed which has the correct balance of nutrients. Use on a regular basis.
Rain water is preferable to tap water. Think about introducing a rain harvesting system in your garden. Early morning is the best time to water your orchid plants. Generally plants will require to be watered every 4 to 5 days but, of course, in summer they will require more watering.
The easiest way to succeed at the care for orchids is to follow the information in The Practical Guide To Orchid Care.
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