Orchid Care 101
Orchids are some of the most enduring and hardy plants in the world. They can thrive in virtually any environment. Understand the environments carefully and how they affect the particular orchids that grow in them is very important.
Therefore, the first thing you need to know is identifying where your plants come from. Here is the short and simple guide. hardy lithophytes make their home on rock and rock surfaces while epiphytes grow and flourish on tree trunks. On the other hand, the myco-heterotrophs are those that lack chlorophyll and feed on nutrients from decaying plant matter. The last category will be terrestrial plants and they are the largest number of today’s household orchid plants.
Most household orchids include the popular varieties such as the Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid), Dendrobium, Cymbidium and the lovely Cattleya or the Corsage Orchid. Remember not to take for granted that the common orchids can be easily taken care of.
One should consider that successful orchid care involves being aware that varieties still follow their geographic influences with some general rules.
Orchid Care Tip 1: While orchids don’t need extra care and are not generally delicate, you should remember that if you’re living in a temperate country, only bring them out during the summer. Regular living room temperature is suitable for orchids to grow normally.
Orchid Care Tip 2: You may consult orchid nursery of which types of orchids ca grow optimally in particular parts of your house such as porch, living room or window sill. Such special locations are suitable for certain hybrids.
Orchid Care Tip 3: Try a variety or hybrid that is easy like Phalaenopsis if you are a novice orchid grower. People like this variant because it can flower all year as compared to others who normally only blossom once a year. Cutting the stem after flowering will ensure that it will blossom again because there will be growing new stem segment.
Orchid Care Tip 4: There is no problem to fertilize your orchids. Just to make sure that you follow certain conditions such as the orchids’ flowering season. While general fertilizers are okay, try looking for special formulations specifically just for orchids.
Orchid Care Tip 5: If you are new to the orchid care, it is recommended to go online and participate in orchid related forums or websites, or join the horticultural societies. Sharing your new found passion with others who feel the same way of caring for orchids can be very fulfilling and encouraging.