Monday, 4 December 2017

A Beginning Grower's Guide to Choosing Orchid Supplies

By Gary Watson


Having potted plants in your home can be very beneficial to your health and well-being. One type of flower that many people want to grow is the orchid. These delicate and visually stunning flowers can be challenging to grow especially if you are just starting out. Here are some tips and tricks that you can use to purchase the orchid supplies your plants need to stay healthy, happy and beautiful.

There are many reasons why these blooms have remained popular throughout the years. They often have a very exotic appearance that many people find appealing. Other people enjoy the challenge of getting these plants to grow and reproduce. There are so many different species that you should be able to find one that will do well in the climate you can provide.

Like every plant, orchids need something to grow in and the right pot is essential when it comes to making sure your specimen is healthy and happy. This type of flower does not do well when there is a lot of water sitting around the roots. A pot that allows water to drain away is essential. If you want to protect whatever the pot is sitting on it may be a good idea to have a saucer or dish that will fit under the pot.

Of course, not enough water on your plant is also an issue. You need to consider supplies that will allow you to spray your orchid with water without damaging delicate petals or stems. A spray bottle that can be adjusted will be the most useful and versatile tool to do this with.

One mistake that many novice growers make is underestimating the weight of the blooms. Many species of this flower have thin stems and the blooms can often be too much. A good support system like a bamboo stake will help keep this from happening. If you want to attach the stems to the pole without damaging them you will need to consider a product like an orchid clip or a strip of Velcro.

As any plant grows it pulls nutrients from the soil. If they were growing outside those nutrients would be replaced on a regular basis. Potted plants of any kind do well with fertilizer or plant food added to their pots. You will want to make sure that when you go shopping for plant food that you pick one that has the proper balance of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium to keep your specimens happy and healthy.

As your plants grow larger and need to be re-potted you may need to also get a cutting tool that can be used to cut roots back. This can be an important part of helping your specimens grow in a healthy way. Some plants will develop root rot and a sharp, sterile cutting tool will help keep their roots happy.

If you want to start shopping for supplies you may want to look at nurseries and on websites that are specifically geared towards this species of plant. That way you can compare different products and find the ones that meet your needs and your budget as easily as possible.




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