{"id":1506,"date":"2023-06-18T16:16:57","date_gmt":"2023-06-18T13:16:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tastyfood.top\/?p=1506"},"modified":"2023-06-18T16:16:57","modified_gmt":"2023-06-18T13:16:57","slug":"a-gardener-friend-gave-me-the-trick-to-keep-my-orchid-healthy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tastyfood.top\/?p=1506","title":{"rendered":"A gardener friend gave me the trick to keep my orchid healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Surprising, incomparable, recognizable among thousands. We are obviously talking about these fabulous orchids with sumptuous shades ranging from yellow to pink, passing through immaculate white, purple and mottled petals. We love them so much that they happily adorn our balconies and terraces. Only problem: they are demanding and difficult to maintain. Just turn your back and, without warning, these pretty flowers wither before their time. Oh, what pain in the heart before these wrinkled leaves and these afflicted roots! Don’t panic, we’ll guide you to take care of it like a pro!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What are the symptoms of diseased orchids?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Like all flowers, your  orchids  aren’t immune to fungi, pests, and disease. Unless you keep them in top shape and always stand behind them, you won’t be able to spare them some inconvenience. Fortunately, if you watch them closely, you can see the most common and visible signs that they are sick or even dying. Take note !<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Yellow or Brown Leaves:<\/strong>  If you take a closer look at your orchid, if you notice some leaves starting to turn yellow or brown (or even falling off easily), then bad news, its condition isn’t the best. Either he is the victim of an illness, or his maintenance leaves something to be desired. Maybe there is no water or electricity? If so, you can probably fix it before it’s too late.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Wilted flowers:<\/strong>  If your orchid looks wilted, wrinkled or unhealthy, this is also a red flag to look out for. It is probably a disease or a severe nutrient deficiency. If so, you have to give him what he needs to survive!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Rotten Roots:<\/strong>  Are these its roots that look like they are rotting? This type of degradation can result from serious disease yes, but also from the lack of adequate drainage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Poor growth activity:<\/strong>  Likewise, if your plant is not growing properly or flowering too slowly, it can be a sign of disease. But it could also show that he is not getting enough proper care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note:<\/strong>  if you have the slightest doubt, it is important to try to quickly identify the cause of the problem to save your orchid in extremis. Remember that many diseases result from an invasion of pests, lack of proper nutrients, or poor maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to cure a sick orchid with baking soda?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you probably already know, the climate also has a role to play. For example, low temperatures can easily damage leaves and even roots: so if you combine these natural ravages with a lack of nutrients and poor care, it should come as no surprise that your orchids suffer in silence. And don’t think that just increasing the watering will solve all the problems. On the contrary, it could also be the abundance of water that probably caused the underlying part of the  plant to rot.. But we won’t blame you further. You are already heart sick from seeing your flowers in this pitiful state. Rest assured, to err is human and there may be a way to fix it with this wildly popular ingredient. It’s baking soda. Yes, this natural product is so versatile that it always surprises us with the range of its beneficial properties. Along with its culinary and cleansing properties, it can also help get your orchids back on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But before you apply it, be sure to gently remove all the  rootsdamaged and the leaves wrinkled on the surface. Yes, it saddens you, but unfortunately they are already “dead”, you absolutely must remove them to allow your plant to regain its health. Immediately after, you need to dissolve a teaspoon of baking soda in a liter of water. It is this solution that you will need to spray on all the remaining leaves. In addition, keep this liquid precious, you will also use it to regularly water the roots so that they come back to life. But be careful: this mixture should not be applied in the presence of the first flowers, as this could harm their growth. Finally, remember, frequent watering is one of the key factors in keeping an orchid healthy and thriving. You don’t need too much of course!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should you cut the roots of an orchid?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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So let’s face it: if the orchid has lost its flowers, you still have to continue to take care of it as you did before. Because, even if it no longer blooms, it is important to continue to fertilize it, water it and give it all the care it needs (suitable place with indirect light and constant temperature). If your orchid used to bloom once a year, you may have to wait a while for it to bloom again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, you actually have to cut the branch or stem once it finishes flowering. This will help the plant focus more on its growth, but also help prevent rot and other damage. How to make a perfect size? Use scissors or a sharp knife. Carefully cut below the root. And that’s it, quite simply!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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