How and when to transplant an orchid?

By purchasing one of the most exquisite plants, an orchid, you can be sure that this miracle of nature will be enough to please you for a long time with its extraordinary colors. However, no matter how sad, this beauty will fade with time. But that in the future this magnificent plant can decorate your apartment, you need to create the right conditions for life, and also know how and when to transplant the orchid correctly. In general, the methods of transplanting and caring for most species of these flowers are the same. Differences can only consist in the selection of capacity and constituent components of the substrate.

Do I need to transplant an orchid?

Transplanting orchids - it's not so frequent, but very necessary. It is after transplanting and changing the substrate that the plant receives a new push for healthy growth. If you do not know when to transplant an orchid, it is better to consult with specialists in the store when buying a plant. Substitution of a substrate is a necessary condition for transplantation, as the old substrate decomposes and grinds over time, it settles and becomes denser. Because of all this, the irrigation regime is violated, as a result of which the roots of the plant are damaged. Small particles of soil (basically a pine bark), creating a dense layer, begin to hold moisture longer, and if you keep the usual watering regime, then the roots of the orchids can simply rot.

When to transplant an orchid?

The interval between the transplants of orchids largely depends on the substrate used. It should be borne in mind that the destruction of coconut chips is slow, the mixture from sphagnum is somewhat faster, and pieces of pine bark are destroyed quite quickly. Therefore, one way or another transplantation of orchids is carried out regularly. If you have recently acquired a flowering orchid, wait until the flowering period is over, and then you already can not guess when to transplant an orchid. Do it right away. Just do not forget to check the condition of the "root" root system and, if necessary, treat it. If you already have a collection of orchids, it is recommended to transplant all plants in the same substrate, as this will allow to establish a single watering regime.

Transplantation of "long-livers"

The optimal time for transplantation Your domestic orchid longevity is the period when the plant has already blossomed and entered a new phase of intensive growth. Usually these processes begin in the spring, when the orchid has fresh leaves, roots or pseudobulbs. In addition, do not think about when to transplant an orchid, if your plant is infected with parasites. In this case, the old substrate is completely removed, the roots of the plant should be carefully examined and all "invaders" removed. The transplant is made in a new container and in a fresh substrate. Also, you can not do without a transplant and in case of sudden wilting of the plant. Do not be afraid to transplant the sick plant, causing it stress, because if you leave an orchid in the old conditions, it may simply die, and so it will have a chance of recovery.