Orchids are among the most beautiful flowers and elegant that can be grown at home. But to make them bloom healthily and luxuriantly, it is essential to respect the right temperature.
Find out in this guide the secrets to keeping your orchids at the perfect temperature and prevent the flowers from falling prematurely.
The ideal temperature for orchids
Orchids are tropical plants who love heat, but not too much. Most species require a daytime temperature between 20 and 25°C, while at night they like a slight drop to 16-18°C.
This temperature range stimulates flowering. However, be careful of air currents and excessive temperature changes, which can cause the buds to fall.
How to keep the temperature constant
To offer your orchids the ideal temperaturechoose a bright place but away from direct heat sources such as radiators or windows exposed to the sun.
In winter, protect them from the cold by placing insulating panels on the windows or moving the pots to a warmer room at night.
In summer, make sure the room is well ventilated and use a fan to create a light refreshing breeze.
Extra tips for breathtaking blooms
In addition to the right temperature, to have healthy and flowering orchids you must also pay attention to other factors:
- Watering: wet the substrate when it is dry, without leaving stagnation
- Moisture: spray the leaves and place the pots on a bed of damp pebbles
- Fertilizer: use a specific one for orchids every 2 weeks during flowering
By following these simple rules, you will be able to enjoy magnificent and long-lasting orchids. Flowers will no longer drop prematurely and your plants will give you spectacular blooms for months on end. Try it and be enchanted by the beauty of these exotic flowers!
