✅ Choose the Right Pot: Orchids thrive in well-draining pots with ventilation holes. Clear plastic pots are ideal because they allow light to reach the roots.
✅ Use the Right Soil: Orchids do NOT grow in regular soil! Use a special orchid mix containing bark, moss, and perlite for proper airflow and drainage.
✅ Provide Indirect Sunlight: Orchids need bright, indirect light—too much sun can burn the leaves. Place near east- or south-facing windows.
2. Watering Orchids the Right Way 💦
✅ Water Only When Necessary: Overwatering is the #1 cause of orchid death!
- Check by inserting your finger into the soil—if it’s dry, water it; if it’s still moist, wait.
- Water about once a week in warm months and every 10-14 days in winter.
✅ Use Room-Temperature Water: Cold water can shock the roots. Rainwater or filtered water is best.
✅ Avoid Wetting the Leaves & Flowers: Water the roots directly to prevent mold or rot.
3. Boost Flowering with the Right Fertilizer 🌸
✅ Use Orchid-Specific Fertilizer: Feed your plant every 2 weeks during growth and blooming seasons.
- A balanced 20-20-20 fertilizer (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) is ideal.
- During flowering, switch to a high-phosphorus fertilizer to enhance blooms.
💡 Tip: Stop fertilizing after flowers fade to let the plant rest.
4. Maintaining Humidity & Air Circulation 🌬️
✅ Orchids love humidity! Maintain levels at 50-70% for best growth.
- Use a humidity tray (place pebbles & water under the pot).
- Mist the leaves lightly in the morning if the air is too dry.
✅ Ensure Good Airflow: Avoid stuffy environments. Open windows or use a gentle fan to prevent fungal growth.
