What are the cultivation methods and precautions of wine bottle orchid

Introduction of Wine Bottle Orchid

Bottle orchid belongs to the Agave family, prefers warm climates, and is a foliage plant. When propagating, it is generally sown in spring or autumn each year. It will germinate about 20 days after planting, and its seedling stage will grow slowly.

Wine bottle orchid cultivation method

Bottle orchid prefers a warm and humid growing environment. It is relatively drought-resistant and cold-resistant. The most suitable growth temperature for it is between 16-28 degrees. In winter, the temperature cannot be lower than 0 degrees. It needs sufficient sunlight at ordinary times and needs to be planted in well-drained and humus-rich soil.

Watering method

Bottle orchid is relatively drought-resistant because its stems can store water. It can continue to grow normally even if it is not watered for half a year. When watering, just keep the soil moist.

Fertilization method

Bottle orchids need an appropriate amount of fertilizer in normal times. During the growing season, they need to be fertilized every 2-3 weeks. Generally, compound fertilizer or liquid fertilizer is used, which is more conducive to growth.

Pruning methods

Bottle orchids need to be pruned regularly during maintenance. In winter, some weak branches and diseased and insect-infested branches should be cut off, and the densely growing branches and leaves should be thinned out.

Precautions for growing wine bottle orchids

When caring for the bottle orchid, you need to pay attention to the fact that it does not require much fertilizer, especially concentrated fertilizer. Once concentrated fertilizer is used, it is easy to burn the root system and affect growth. Therefore, only a small amount is needed during the growth period, and fertilizer should be stopped in winter.