How to grow Phalaenopsis? Phalaenopsis cultivation methods and techniques

Phalaenopsis is an important member of the orchid family. It is named because its flowers are shaped like butterflies. The flowering period of this plant is from March to May each year, and the flowering period can last up to sixty days. Some people usually want to grow beautiful Phalaenopsis at home, but they don’t know how to grow it. Below I will write down its cultivation methods and techniques, and you will understand after reading it.

Phalaenopsis cultivation techniques

1. Prepare the substrate

When cultivating Phalaenopsis, you need to prepare a suitable substrate. This plant is suitable for cultivation with a substrate mainly composed of aquatic plants or mosses, and the substrate must be changed every year during the cultivation period. When repotting, a new substrate must be replaced to provide the necessary nutrients for the growth of Phalaenopsis.

2. Moderate light

To cultivate Phalaenopsis, it is necessary to provide it with appropriate light. Although this plant likes a cool environment, it also needs a certain amount of sunlight during its growth process. Especially before and after the Phalaenopsis enters the flowering period, it should be allowed to receive as much sunlight as possible, which can promote the early flowering of Phalaenopsis and make the flowers of Phalaenopsis brighter and more beautiful. However, Phalaenopsis is afraid of strong light, so it is best to let it receive sufficient scattered light.

3. Ventilation

When growing Phalaenopsis, you must pay attention to ventilation. This plant likes fresh air with good flow. Especially in the hot and humid weather in summer, Phalaenopsis must be placed in an environment with good ventilation conditions. This will not only allow the Phalaenopsis to grow normally, but also prevent the occurrence of various diseases and pests.

4. Adequate nutrition

Phalaenopsis is a fertilizer-loving plant. During the cultivation period, it is necessary to fertilize it all year round. Fertilization cannot be stopped even after winter, because winter is the flower bud differentiation period of Phalaenopsis. If fertilization is not applied in time, Phalaenopsis will have no flowers or few flowers in the second year. Spring and summer are the rapid growth periods of Phalaenopsis. At this time, it is necessary to fertilize it every ten days. It is suitable to choose a thin liquid fertilizer.