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How should orchids be raised?

Cultivation methods of potted orchids: 1. Select soil, mainly soil with good drainage 2. Water and fertilizer management, water appropriately during the growth process, fertilize reasonably, and do not overdo it 3. Growth environment, It is suitable to grow at 15-25℃ 4. Prune, cut off some old leaves and dead leaves in time to save nutrients. Note: Diseases and insect pests need to be prevented during the growth process to avoid affecting the growth of the plants.

What you need to pay attention to when growing orchids in pots is soil selection. Orchids like to grow in fertile land. You can use peat soil, pastoral soil, fresh moss, rotten leaves and other mixed soil. When planting for the first time, you can lay a layer of broken bricks and gravel on the bottom of the pot to enhance ventilation and drainage. After the first planting, you need to water it thoroughly and put it in a cool shaded place for curing; after half a month, move it to a sunny and ventilated environment for curing.