How often should I water Phalaenopsis?

Phalaenopsis is native to tropical rainforests and is mainly distributed in the southern region with a warmer climate. The time to water Phalaenopsis should be the morning of the second day after fertilizing. Choosing the right watering time can not only replenish water for the plant, but also promote the plant's absorption of fertilizer nutrients.

How often should I water my Phalaenopsis?

The water evaporates slowly in spring, so the watering frequency is recommended to be controlled at about 3-7 days. The water evaporates quickly in summer, so watering should be done every day. The temperature gradually decreases in autumn and winter, and the water evaporates slowly. The watering frequency should be controlled to once a week. Otherwise, the water cannot evaporate, which will cause waterlogging and root rot, affecting the growth and development of the plant.

When watering Phalaenopsis, you must control the amount of water, not too much or too little. Make sure there is enough water to thoroughly water the soil in the pot, but also be careful to avoid water accumulation in the pot, which may cause root rot.

What kind of water is good for Phalaenopsis

Phalaenopsis can be watered with nutritious water such as rice water, milk, soy sauce, orange peel water, etc. Rice water can provide sufficient nutrients for the plant. When watering Phalaenopsis with milk, it should be noted that the milk should be fermented 1-2 days in advance and then poured into the flowerpot. This will allow the Phalaenopsis to photosynthesize better.

Phalaenopsis watering tips

1. See dry and wet:

Water when the soil is dry rather than watering thoroughly when it is completely dry. Wait until the color of the sphagnum moss on the surface becomes lighter before watering thoroughly, and wait until water flows out from the bottom of the pot.

2. Don’t spray into the center of the leaves:

When spraying with a spray bottle, be careful not to let the water flow into the center of the leaves, otherwise it will cause the center of the leaves to rot. If it is sprayed into the center of the leaves, use a paper towel to absorb the water in time.

3. The water temperature should be suitable for the environment:

The water temperature for watering must be suitable to the ambient temperature. If there is a discrepancy between the water temperature and the ambient temperature, you can leave it for a while until the water temperature and the ambient temperature are suitable before watering.