Orchids are among the most loved and appreciated flowers in the world . There are many varieties, with different colors and shapes, but they all share an extraordinary delicacy, which causes them to wither or dry out frequently.
You will surely have brought a wonderful orchid home and witnessed its slow decline, until it almost completely withered. In this article we suggest how to avoid this, and how to recover a withered or dried orchid .
When talking about basic orchid care, we must first remember that, being plants of tropical origin, they are accustomed to humidity . However, you must avoid overdoing the quantities of water on the roots, as they could rot and die .
Orchid flowers can last up to three months if the plants are properly watered.
How to recover a dried or withered orchid
- Remove the orchid from its container extremely gently, taking care not to damage it.
- Remove the coconut fiber with which it is usually made (it can also be another material).
- Mix coconut fiber with pine bark.
- Place the orchid in a container filled with water to soften the roots.
- Place the plant in a new container with good drainage. Make sure it has holes to ensure photosynthesis.
- Cover the orchid with the coconut fiber and pine bark mix.
- Spray a little fungicide on the leaves to strengthen them.
If the orchid doesn’t yet have flowers, you can shorten the stem to concentrate its energy in a smaller space.
Remember to apply a specific fertilizer for orchids and care for them daily. In a short time your orchid will flower again profusely.
