Light and warmth get growth going
Orchids tolerate slightly cooler temperatures during the break. This tolerance is over when new instincts show up. At least now, the royal flower would like to linger in a bright, warm location with 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. A high humidity of more than 60 percent is now also an advantage.
also read
- Shoots on faded orchids - care for them properly instead of throwing them away
- How to feed your orchids again
- How to cut orchids panicles correctly after flowering - this is how it works
Care for new shoots - that's what matters
As new shoots grow, the need for water and nutrients increases. How to properly care for an orchid now:
- Dip into soft, room temperature water once or twice a week
- Apply liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks until the end of the flowering and growth period
- Spray leaves and aerial roots daily
Now is the best time to repot your orchid. If numerous aerial roots protrude over the edge of the pot or grow out of the opening in the ground, the plant wishes to move to a larger container with fresh orchid soil. On this occasion, you can remove dead bulbs so that the new shoots can develop freely.
Do not cut off withered shoots too quickly
The popular Phalaenopsis orchids do not take a noteworthy blooming break. As soon as the last flowers have wilted, the new shoots can already be seen. Please do not be carried away by cutting off the faded stems. With a little luck and the right care, the stems will give you side shoots that will bud and bloom within a short time. The part of the stem above the new shoot dries up and can be cut off until it branches.
Tips
Leaf care must not be neglected so that your orchids will continue to diligently produce new shoots in the future. Regularly wipe off dust and other debris with a soft, damp cloth. For a nice shine, gently buff the foliage with the inside of a banana.
