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All about Orchids

All about Orchids

A practical guide to the home cultivation of most beautiful orchids

10/7/10

ORCHIDS-MOST POPULAR FLOWER

ORCHIDS-MOST POPULAR FLOWER

Orchids-most popular plant

Orchids-most popular plant

The name "orchid" comes from the Greek root orkhis, meaning "testicle".With an estimated 25,000 different types existing naturally and more being discovered each year, orchids are of the largest flowering plant families. Although they are commonly thought of as tropical flowers, orchids grow naturally in almost all climates.Phalaenopsis are among the easiest and most rewarding orchids to grow.Phalaenopsis is listed by the American Orchids Society as the first orchid which is appropriate for a beginning with some serious orchid growing.Orchids are also popular object in Chinese art and culture.

Orchids-most popular plant

Orchids-most popular plant

Orchids-most popular plant

Orchids-most popular plant

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2/10/09

Phalaenopsis - Education

Phalaenopsis - Education


Phalaenopsis - Education


Temperature
Daily temperature: in summer 20 to 28 ° C in winter may be somewhat lower.
Night temperature: above 16 ° C.
Autumn night temperature reduced to about 16 ° C, this will encourage re-flowering.

Watering
When embedded must be taken to a substrate does not dry out completely, but can not stop water in the pot. During each substrate must be watered almost dry. As long as it is in the pot condensation not need watered. Serious error is that the orchid too much water, because the roots can die. Water so that the pot value is immersed in water or to go down some running water through the crucible. The water in the decorative pot can not stop. Water should be as to become in room temperature.

Humidity
They need a humidity of between 60 and 70%, it is necessary in the homes of low humidity orchid spray. Especially in winter, if they are above the radiator. Do not spray under the flowers.

Fertilization
During the growth, fertilize about 1x a week with diluted fertilizer. In winter, when growth is slower, fertilize about 1x a month.

Light
They need a city light, medium light, with no direct afternoon sun.

Substrate
The substrate must be grave, because the roots need a lot of airiness.

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