- Orchids are popular potted flowers, valued for their long flowering and easy care.
- When orchids stop blooming, homemade garlic fertilizer comes to the rescue, strengthening and stimulating the plants.
- Discover how to easily use garlic to make your orchids bloom again with beautiful flowers!
Sprinkle this on orchids at home and they will bloom again! Homemade orchid fertilizer
They come from Asia, but the whole world has fallen in love with their beautiful flowers. Orchids definitely dominate the potted flower market. No wonder. They are valued not only for botanical reasons. Orchids bloom for many years, and popular varieties such as Phalaenopsis can bloom even in winter. People who believe in the magic of plants value orchids for their positive energy. According to superstitions, these flowers attract well-being, happiness and success. Many people believe that an orchid in the house will bring prosperity to the household. Hence the common superstition that orchids are given to household members when visiting guests.
A big advantage. These flowers do not have excessive care requirements. The most important aspect of growing orchids is the substrate. It should be permeable and fertile with a drainage layer. Drainage plays a key role. It drains water and supplies air to the roots. Thanks to this, constant ventilation is ensured and the orchid roots do not rot. Watering orchids should be moderate. The substrate must not dry out, but excess water leads to rotting and the appearance of fungal diseases.
As with many others, orchids sometimes stop growing and blooming for some unknown reason. In such a case, if diseases and care errors are ruled out, it is worth using home-made rescue nutrients. In the case of orchids, garlic fertilizers are most often recommended. It is a natural antibiotic that has strong disinfecting properties. It has a strengthening effect, stimulates growth and flowering, and protects against pests, including mealybugs.
You can use garlic in orchid care in several ways. The quickest way is to use granulated garlic as a seasoning. Just add 1-2 teaspoons of powder and mix it with the upper layer of potting soil. Use it once a month and you will quickly notice that the orchid starts growing faster. When caring for orchids, you can also use garlic to nourish and cleanse the roots. To do this, press 4 cloves of garlic, add 1 liter of water and leave for 24 hours. After this time, strain the broth and soak the roots in it for about 30 minutes. This method protects against root rot and disinfects them before planting into fresh soil.
How to water orchids without overwatering them?
Water more often in spring and summer than in winter. Typically this means every 5-10 days, but it is crucial to keep an eye on the soil and roots. “Almost dry” rule: It is best to water orchids when the soil is almost dry, but not completely dry. The weight of the pot is a good indicator – a dry pot is much lighter. Roots: Healthy orchid roots, visible through clear pots, are green and firm when watered, turning silvery-gray as they dry. This is a good sign that it’s time to water again.
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