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Now is the flowering period of Jianlan . Many Jianlans at home are blooming one after another. I can smell the fragrance of orchids every day . It is really fragrant. No wonder many flower lovers are fascinated by orchids. So, how to manage orchids in the flowering period? Here are some suggestions.

1. Avoid moving the position of the flower pot.
Orchids are relatively sensitive to changes in the environment. Once the flowering period begins, it is not advisable to move the position of the flower pot at will. If the current maintenance environment has too strong light, you can properly shade it to avoid burning the plants. A stable environment helps orchids bloom stably.

2. Supplementing nutrients
During the flowering period of orchids, flowering consumes a lot of nutrients. Therefore, nutrients should be supplemented in time 15-30 days before flowering. You can use phosphorus- and potassium-rich fermented bean cake water and rice washing water in a ratio of 1:10 for irrigation. This can effectively supplement the nutrients needed by orchids without causing excessive fertilization. Do not use fertilizer when flowering to avoid the premature end of the flowering period. Apply topdressing immediately after the flowers bloom to allow the orchids to supplement nutrients. For orchid fertilization, I still recommend using fully coated granular slow-release fertilizer , which is clean, simple and convenient, and not prone to fertilizer damage.
3. Keep the soil moderately moist
During the flowering period of orchids, it is very important to keep the soil moderately moist. When the surface of the soil begins to turn white, it indicates that watering is needed. When watering, the amount of water should be controlled to avoid excessive watering and water accumulation. Water thoroughly each time. In addition, if the temperature is high, the orchids need to be sprayed to increase the air humidity to prevent the buds from falling off due to lack of water. The spraying should be done when it is cool. It is best not to spray on the flowers. When potting, you can use your hands or cards to slightly block them.

4. Adjust the light.
Orchids need proper light during the flowering period, but avoid strong direct sunlight. You can adjust the direction of the flowerpot regularly to allow the orchid to receive light evenly and avoid tilting the branches. Too weak light will affect the quality of the flower color and fragrance, while too strong light may burn the flowers. Therefore, adjust the light intensity according to the actual situation.

5. Maintain good ventilation
A good ventilation environment is essential for the healthy growth of orchids. Ventilation helps reduce the risk of orchid disease and helps prolong the flowering period. If the ventilation environment is poor, it may lead to the occurrence of diseases and pests, and even affect the flowering of flowers. Therefore, according to the actual situation, it is very necessary to provide orchids with good ventilation conditions.

6. Insulation and cold protection
According to the flowering season of different orchid varieties, orchids that bloom in summer need to be protected from the sun and cooled down, which can be done by sprinkling water around the pots. For orchids that bloom in winter and spring, such as spring orchids and cymbidium orchids , insulation measures need to be taken to avoid frost attacks.

7. Thinning flowers and buds
If orchids bloom too much at one time, they will consume too much nutrients, affecting the growth and flower bud differentiation in the second year. Therefore, under normal circumstances, it is sufficient to keep 1-2 strong flower arrows per pot of orchids. For orchids with multiple flowers on one arrow, it is necessary to remove the weak ones and keep the strong ones in time, and remove the excess flower buds to ensure that nutrients are concentrated on the healthy flower stalks. It is recommended to remove the flowers in time after 7-10 days of flowering.

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