Orchids: How to Grow Them in the Garden and Pots

In Italy, there are 85 varieties. The plant doesn't require much water, but it does require a mild, warm climate.

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HOW TO GROW ORCHIDS

The rarest, at serious risk of extinction, is the Phragmipedium kovachii Discovered in Peru, an orchid of extraordinary beauty was first catalogued in 2001 and considered by many to be the botanical discovery of the century.

The other varieties are so many and it is extremely difficult to catalogue them all, they are equally wonderful and each one with its own particularity, also ideal as Christmas gift. For example, there is the barkeria with lilac flowers, the brassia native to South America with flowers very fragrant whites and the Caladenia with its spectacular white, pink and yellow flowers.

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ORCHID VARIETIES

Most of the different varieties are native to the tropical and subtropical areas of Asia, Central and South America. In Italy they grow approximately 85 species of spontaneous orchids, distributed in humid, mountainous and marine areas. The best known and most widespread throughout the world is the Phalaenopsis which is characterised by the particular butterfly shape of the flower.

HOW TO GROW ORCHIDS IN POTATOES

Un wonderful flower the Orchid, able to adapt to different climates and environments, perfect for furnishing and colouring not only the garden But also on the balcony and terrace, and ideal as a gift idea. A plant capable of producing beautiful blooms but which, unlike other plants, requires more care and attention.

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ORCHID VARIETIES

Most of the different varieties are native to the tropical and subtropical areas of Asia, Central and South America. In Italy they grow approximately 85 species of spontaneous orchids, distributed in humid, mountainous and marine areas. The best known and most widespread throughout the world is the Phalaenopsis which is characterised by the particular butterfly shape of the flower.

HOW TO GROW ORCHIDS IN POTATOES

Un wonderful flower the Orchid, able to adapt to different climates and environments, perfect for furnishing and colouring not only the garden But also on the balcony and terrace, and ideal as a gift idea. A plant capable of producing beautiful blooms but which, unlike other plants, requires more care and attention.

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ORCHID GROWING

Here then Everything you need to know about growing orchids in a pot or in the garden:

  • SOWING

If you decide to sow in a pot or in the garden, plant only two seeds at a time just below the surface of the pot or soil. Choose a good quality soil And remember that it may take months to see the first seedlings, so be patient. Alternatively, purchase the seedlings from a nursery. If transplanting, be very careful not to damage the roots. Repotting should generally be done every 2-3 years and preferably in spring.

  • GROUND

Try to recreate the orchids' habitat in the vase: get some stones and sticks, leaves and peat, arrange them in a pot and then plant the orchid. Cover part of the roots with wood and peat, taking care to leave the root tips exposed. Always choose a natural fertilizer.

  • TEMPERATURE

The orchid is a plant of tropical origin, to grow well it therefore requires a mild and warm climateHowever, avoid direct exposure to sunlight. Indoors, for example, place the plant next to a curtained window.

  • WATERING

The orchid is a plant that it doesn't require a lot of water, especially during the winter. Avoid stagnation and proceed with the watering Only when the soil is completely dry. Misting the leaves and aerial roots is excellent.

HOW TO TREAT ORCHIDS

Make sure that the leaves of the plant they are always clean from dust so that it can enjoy the benefits of the sun.

ORCHID FLOWERING

La spontaneous flowering of orchids occurs during the autumn season. Phalaenopsis (also called butterfly orchid), the most common in homes and shops in Italy, has a long flowering period, from December to April. Orchids Oncidium Instead they flower from January to March, while the Cattleya has a short spring flowering.

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