Will Phalaenopsis orchids bloom when grown indoors? (How to grow Phalaenopsis orchids at home to make them bloom easily)

Phalaenopsis, also known as "Butterfly Orchid", is an orchid whose flower shape resembles that of a butterfly. It is native to subtropical rainforest areas with warm and humid climates. Its natural flowering period is mainly around the Spring Festival, and it is one of the more popular Lantern Festival flowers.

The blooming of butterfly orchids creates a fairy-like atmosphere , making people feel very natural and comfortable . So can the Phalaenopsis orchids grown at home bloom? How? The answer is that they can definitely bloom, and they have a high ornamental value. Let's talk about how to care for Phalaenopsis orchids at home to promote flowering?

First, slightly acidic soil

Phalaenopsis has fleshy roots and is very demanding on soil, preferring air-permeable and slightly acidic soil. If alkaline soil is used for planting, it will hinder the normal breathing of the roots and the normal discharge of water.

Therefore, it is recommended to grow Phalaenopsis at home and use highly breathable and slightly acidic soil for planting, such as moss.

Second point: soft light

Phalaenopsis is not a light-loving orchid variety. It is very averse to strong light exposure and is accustomed to growing under soft light, which is usually referred to as semi-shade.

If it is placed in a location exposed to direct strong light, the plant will soon suffer from sunburn and burns, and in severe cases it may even wither.

Therefore, it is recommended to carry out appropriate shading maintenance, such as placing it in a location with scattered light indoors. More shading maintenance is needed in summer.

Third point, water appropriately

As mentioned above, the roots of Phalaenopsis are fleshy and have a strong water storage function. It is taboo to water before the soil is dry. If you do not water it after the soil is dry, the soil will easily accumulate water, which will cause root rot.

Therefore, it is recommended to water according to the needs of the plant, for example, wait until the moss is completely dry before watering it thoroughly for maintenance.

In addition, Phalaenopsis is an orchid variety that likes a humid environment and needs to increase the humidity through air spraying, but it is not advisable to spray directly on the bottom of the leaves.

Fourth point: repot every year

Generally speaking, we choose moss to plant Phalaenopsis, which can ensure that the roots can breathe normally and facilitate the discharge of water.

If the moss is not repotted for a long time, it will become very barren and feel rough, which is not conducive to the drainage of water.

Therefore, it is recommended to repot once a year after the flowering period ends and use moss for planting. In addition, the moss needs to be soaked in clean water before use, and then it can be wrapped around the roots of Phalaenopsis.