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3. Watering Your Orchid the Right Way
πΏ How Often?
- Water once a week in warm months, every 10-14 days in winter.
- Check the roots: If they look silver-gray, they need water; if theyβre green, theyβre fine.
π Best Watering Method:
- Use room-temperature water and let it drain completely.
- Avoid letting the roots sit in waterβoverwatering is the #1 orchid killer.
4. Feeding for Gorgeous Blooms
π₯ Fertilizer Schedule:
- Use a balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20) once every 2 weeks during active growth.
- In winter, reduce feeding to once a month.
π± Pro Tip:
- A diluted mixture is better than overfeedingβ“weakly, weekly” is the rule!
5. Repotting & Choosing the Right Potting Mix
πͺ΄ When to Repot?
- Repot every 1-2 years or when roots outgrow the pot.
- If the orchid bark breaks down and holds too much moisture, it’s time for fresh mix.
πΏ Best Potting Mix:
- Use bark-based orchid mix, NOT regular soilβit needs to drain quickly!
6. Encouraging Reblooming
πΈ Getting Your Orchid to Bloom Again:
- Cut the flower spike just above the second or third node after blooms fall off.
- Move the orchid to a cooler area (60-65Β°F) at night for a few weeksβthis encourages new flower spikes.
- Keep up with light and fertilizerβpatience is key!
7. Common Orchid Problems & Solutions
β Yellow Leaves?
π Too much water or direct sunlight. Adjust accordingly.
β Wrinkled Leaves?
π The plant is dehydratedβwater more regularly.
β Moldy or Mushy Roots?
π Overwatering! Let the roots dry out and trim any rot before repotting.
Final Thoughts
Caring for orchids doesnβt have to be difficult! With proper light, water, humidity, and feeding, your orchid will reward you with stunning blooms year after year. Stay patient, and youβll enjoy one of the most beautiful, long-lasting houseplants in your collection.
Have an orchid at home? Share your experience and tips below! πΈπ
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