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How to revitalize an orchid with dead roots
Often the weakening of orchids begins at the roots . Then you have to reinforce them to bring the orchid back to life. The first thing we should do if the problem is in the roots is take some scissors and cut all those that are damaged.
After having carried out this operation, it is necessary to take a pot with good drainage and a little gravel. The latter placed at the bottom of the vase will help excess water flow better into the saucer.
Then, to bring life back to the orchid but especially to the roots, a secret but very easy to find ingredient is added. It is sand that is poured a little into the vase . What you will need to make with the help of your fingers are small holes where you will insert the roots of the orchid.
Now simply water the plant after placing it in the saucer that will collect the excess water. At that point it is good to put the plant in a sunny but ventilated place. You will notice that the roots have grown when the plant appears recovered and begins to flower again.
At that point it is time to transplant the orchid. You will have to carefully remove the orchid from the pot and clean the roots well. Then place it in a new pot where stones have been placed in the bottom for drainage. And now the orchid is reborn with a few simple steps.
Tips for caring for orchids
Here are some tips to better care for orchids . As we have already said, exposure to sunlight is very important. There are temperatures in which the orchid must remain: during the day they range between 20° and 22° and at night it should not drop below 16°.
You’ll know your plant is getting too much sun when the leaves begin to yellow. Then it is better to move the plant to a north-facing windowsill. However, the opposite could also happen, that is, lack of light and in that case the backgrounds will tend to be darker, in this case change the location and put it in a sunnier one without direct rays of the sun.
While when it comes to watering the orchid it does not need a lot of water. The advice is to water it at the beginning of the day by submerging the pot in a container of water for 5/10 minutes , preferably rainy since tap water contains limestone.
Then it is important that the plant has adequate soil and there is specific soil for orchids that is sold in nurseries or garden centers. Finally, fertilize the orchid from March to October about twice a month.
