When do orchids bloom?

Orchid is a traditional famous flower in China, known for its elegance, beautiful and noble flower shape, and profound cultural heritage. Many people keep one in their homes. So when do orchids bloom? Let’s learn more about it below.

When do orchids bloom?

There are many varieties of orchids, and their flowering time is not fixed. Basically, if they are properly maintained, different orchids will bloom throughout the year. For example, spring orchids usually bloom in February and March; cymbidium orchids usually bloom in March and May; winter orchids usually bloom in June and July; Jian orchids usually bloom from July to October; and black orchids usually bloom in November in winter, and can continue until February of the following year.

Why don’t orchids bloom?

1. The orchid seedlings are too small

Orchid seedlings (seed seedlings) generally take about 4 years to become capable of reproduction. Some orchid lovers grow orchids from dragon root and dragon egg seedlings. They themselves have not yet reached the "reproductive" age, and may not bloom for two or three years. This is very normal.

2. Insufficient light

Orchids need an appropriate amount of light for photosynthesis, which in turn promotes the formation of flower buds. If placed in a dark environment for a long time, the growth of orchids will be inhibited and it will be difficult to bloom.

3. Temperature is too low

When the temperature is too low, orchids will not bloom, because in a long-term low temperature environment, the normal growth function of orchids will be inhibited and they may even enter a dormant stage. In addition, if the temperature is too low, the orchid may easily be frostbitten.

4. Improper fertilization

Excessive fertilization leading to nutrient excess or too much nitrogen fertilizer will cause the orchid branches to grow vigorously and inhibit the differentiation of flower buds, thus preventing it from blooming.

5. Improper watering

Long-term drought or excessive watering may be the reason why orchids do not bloom. The correct solution is to follow the principle of "watering when dry and watering when wet" when watering orchids , that is, keep the soil moist but not too wet.

6. Planting material issues

The root system of orchids is fleshy. It is easy to rot, so the planting material must be drained, breathable and nutritious. Try to simulate the original environment. If the planting material is not air permeable, the growth and flowering of orchids will be restricted.

In general, orchids have different varieties blooming throughout the year, but the prerequisite is that good maintenance work must be done. The focus should be on taking appropriate measures to improve the growth environment of orchids to promote their flowering.