Saturday, 30 December 2017

Things You Should Know Concerning Cattleya Orchids

By Sandra Jackson


These are one of the most flowering plants that are used for decorations around the homestead. Crossbreeding between them produces varieties of flower colors. They are pale yellow both their stems and leaves. They might produce flowers according to varying day lengths though many are known to produce flowers twice a year. Below are things one should know concerning Cattleya orchids.

The effects of temperature and light. These two are the environmental factors which affect these plants adversely. Their health and flowering abilities are affected negatively by them. The recommended temperatures for the day are between 65 to 85, with a minimum of 55. The night temperatures should be above 65. The light that is exposed to them should be adequate to keep their pale color yellow. Although, the light should not be too high to burn their leaves.

Watering periods and its effects. The amount of water received by these plants also matter a lot. The amount of watering done should be as minimum as possible. This ensures they stay dehydrated for long periods of dryness. Although also, the watering is done should vary with variations of the humidity experienced in the environment. The higher the humidity, the less the watering. Clay pot containers are known to promote easy evaporation of water hence are supposed to be used for planting these plants.

The process of putting fertilizers. The fertilizer available range from types but the best should be used to promote blooming growth. There is a specific process of applying these fertilizers, and each must be observed to ensure the right results are obtained. The compost is supposed to be put during watering periods. The flushing with clear water is done between the periods of application. The used fertilizer is supposed to be diluted.

Flowering periods. Many of these plants are known to flower twice per year. Different factors affect the flowering ability of these facilities. These include the light in which they are exposed to and the temperature ranges of both during the day and at night. The flowering ability is also known to occur according to variation in the day length. The old stems and leaves of the plants are responsible for providing energy for the next year flowering.

Reporting is important too. You need to report the plants on a regular basis to avoid the large roots from getting out of the pot. This is necessary to regenerate the plant and to prevent it from dying. A plant is supposed to be removed from the pot, and the root system is used to divide the plant. The plant is to be divided into not less than three times where the different parts are to be reported in separate containers.

Fungal diseases and pests. Pests are not a common phenomenon for these plants. Different infections may be experienced according to the care taken on these plants. If they are kept clogged for long periods then, the fungal disease can be a problem to them.

The process of planning and reblooming. These two are very dependent on each other. To promote blooming, the right pruning should be done. One should make sure that after a given period, pruning is done to re-energize the plant.




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