How to raise Phalaenopsis in summer

Phalaenopsis is an epiphytic orchid, which is native to the subtropical rain forest area. It is famous for its appearance resembling a butterfly, so it is loved by many people. Phalaenopsis likes to grow in a warm environment and is afraid of cold. It is easy to die when the temperature is lower than 5 degrees Celsius in winter, so it should be grown in a higher temperature environment. Fertilize regularly to ensure nutrient supply. In addition, the pot should be changed in spring and autumn. Let's understand how Phalaenopsis is maintained in summer from six aspects: temperature, fertilization, changing pots, light, fertilizer and water, and pests and diseases.

1. temperature

Phalaenopsis likes yang and fears yin. So it is easier to raise Phalaenopsis in summer than in other seasons. Phalaenopsis can usually be placed in an environment of 12- 15 degrees Celsius. In summer, you can get enough sunshine. Phalaenopsis can withstand the high temperature of 28 degrees Celsius, but the sun is toxic in summer, so don't direct it. You should cover it with something to avoid burning the leaves, and the shading degree is 50%. In rainy days, light should be used to make up the photos, so that the flowering period can be advanced.

fertilize the soil or land

Because Phalaenopsis has a long flowering period and high temperature resistance, fertilization should be carried out frequently, especially in hot summer, the evaporation rate of water and nutrients is accelerated, and to ensure the supply of nutrients, fertilization time is generally after watering. However, it should be noted that after fertilization, flowerpots and orchids should be washed with clear water to avoid the inorganic salts in the fertilizer from burning the roots and leaves of orchids.

Replace flowerpot

The time for Phalaenopsis to change pots is usually in late spring and early summer, when the new roots are just ready, so changing pots at this time will not hurt the roots. If the temperature is stable above 20 degrees Celsius, it is more conducive to the growth of Phalaenopsis after changing pots. If it is below 20 degrees Celsius, it is not recommended to change pots.

lamplight

The sun is strong in summer, because we'd better take shading measures for plants in time, and don't put them in direct sunlight. It should be placed in a place with astigmatism or oblique light. When the weather is too hot, keep it in a cool place. However, because summer is the flowering period of Phalaenopsis, you can't be exposed to the sun for too long.

5. Fat water

Phalaenopsis needs more water and fertilizer in summer, the frequency of watering is about 1-2 days, and the amount of watering is twice as much as that in spring. In addition, water can be sprayed around plants to increase air humidity. In terms of fertilization, it is best to apply liquid fertilizer as organic fertilizer once a week to ten days, and the fertilizer concentration should not be too high. The best time for fertilization is afternoon, which can be combined with watering and then applied. After fertilization, water it again.

6. Pests and diseases

The pest control of Phalaenopsis is mainly based on prevention. Usually, it is necessary to ventilate more to ensure the cleanliness of the plant growth environment, and it is also possible to spray some fungicides and pesticides regularly. When pests and diseases are found, measures should be taken in time to avoid aggravating the harm.