The orchid seduces with its exotic beauty. It must be said that its flowers offer a wide range of colors and patterns that blend perfectly with our interior. However, this pretty plant only flowers once or twice a year. As a result, we end up with long leaves without flowers for several months. So, how do you get an orchid to bloom again?
The flowering of the orchid
The orchid blooms for a long time, but only occurs once or twice a year. The moth orchid, also called Phalaenopsis, is the best-known species. Its flowering can last up to four months. After this period, the flowers fade and there is nothing you can do about it, this is completely normal.
But fortunately, there are simple, natural and very effective tips to help it bloom again more quickly. Here is our selection…
Has your orchid just lost its last flowers? Don’t worry, they will come back eventually. And to stimulate flowering, it is recommended to cut the stem with pruning shears (at the base if it has yellowed or above the third node if it is still green). This little tip will encourage the awakening of a bud… and therefore a new flower.
The roots of the orchid take up a lot of space. To have a chance of seeing your plant bloom again, it is best to repot it over the years. A pot adapted to its size will allow it to flourish and produce pretty flowers. So, don’t hesitate to get your hands dirty.
Like many plants, the orchid needs a good substrate to flourish. When repotting, remember to drain the soil well by putting pine bark or clay balls at the bottom of the pot. Good drainage will facilitate water evaporation, which is essential to prevent roots from rotting. And beware of chemical fertilizers, your plant will do much better without them.
How to make an orchid bloom again ? By simply airing it out. Yes, this exotic plant appreciates changes in temperature, so don’t hesitate to put it outside, during the day (protected from the sun) or at night. However, never leave it outside when it is below 13°C because it fears the cold.
An orchid needs light to flourish. And to stimulate its flowering, nothing better than a good exposure in front of the window. Be careful not to expose it to direct sunlight, especially in hot weather, as you risk burning it.
An orchid does not need to be watered regularly, but it is imperative to maintain a humid atmosphere. To do this, you can spray a little water on the roots or place the pot in room temperature water for about fifteen minutes, once a week. This little tip will moisten the orchid.
