How to prepare soil for orchids? How to prepare soil for orchids

Suitable soil requirements for orchids

Orchids like to grow in breathable and well-drained soil because their roots need to breathe during the growth period. If the soil is too thick, they will have difficulty breathing and cause root rot. It is best if the soil contains rich humus so that there is enough fertility to support its growth, and the soil should be slightly acidic.

How to prepare soil for orchids

1. Leaf mold + coarse sand

Orchids do not have high requirements for soil, and there are many ways to prepare the soil. Usually, leaf mold can be used as the main material, and an appropriate amount of coarse sand can be added into it, mixed in a ratio of 7:3. You can also add decomposed organic fertilizer to improve soil fertility.

2. Garden soil + leaf humus + sawdust

The soil for orchids can be mixed with garden soil, leaf mold, and wood chips (bark) in a ratio of 4:3:2. Such soil is loose, breathable, and has good water retention, which is conducive to the growth of orchid roots and can also make the orchid bloom beautiful flowers.

3. Garden soil + coconut brick + blue stone

When growing orchids, you can mix ordinary garden soil, coconut bricks, and orchid stones in a ratio of 4:4:2. Adding an appropriate amount of nutrient soil is also very good. Such soil is relatively fertile and can meet the nutrient needs of orchids during growth.

Orchid soil changing method steps

1. Root pruning: Remove the orchid from the original pot, remove the floral mud, clean the roots, remove the soil and other impurities on the surface, and then prune the rotten and overlong roots. When pruning, be careful not to touch the new roots to avoid poor growth later.

2. Reasonable soil: When planting orchids in pots, you can cover the hole at the bottom of the pot with a layer of broken tiles, then spread some coarse stones, and put prepared soil on top. Bury the orchid roots to the middle soil depth, cover the top layer with fine stones, and then water it thoroughly. Place it in a cool place for 10 days and then carry out normal maintenance.