Orchids can decorate any interior – provided they are properly cared for, of course.
In order for them to please you with their healthy and blooming appearance, you need to take a responsible approach to watering them.
To avoid common mistakes such as overwatering the soil or not enough water, you should know how to determine when an orchid is thirsty.
1. The first and most obvious thing you can do is to assess the condition of the substrate in which your orchid is growing.
If you notice that the top layer of the substrate has become dry to the touch, this indicates that the plant needs water.
2. You can also determine whether a plant needs water by its roots.
Healthy roots are usually light green or silver in color.
If a flower wants to signal that it needs water, its roots will turn dark or brown.
That is why it is recommended to grow orchids in transparent plastic pots – thanks to such containers it becomes easy to assess the condition of the roots.
3. Orchid leaves can also give you clues as to whether it needs watering.
Healthy leaves are usually firm, shiny and bright green in color.
If the foliage has become soft or wilted, quickly grab the watering can to water the orchid.
Author: Elena Shimanovskaya