Singolo Orchid Variety Care
The Singolo Orchid is a monochromatic plant. Observing the peculiarities of transplanting, fertilizing, watering and feeding, it is easy to get a beautiful and healthy plant.
Singolo Orchid
Orchid description
According to the description, Phalaenopsis Singolo is a compact orchid with one large flower. It has a small rosette with a low stem (15-20 cm), roots are short and thick, leaves are dense and fleshy.
The maximum length of the leaves is 18 cm, their number is from 3 to 6. The diameter of the flower is about 13-15 cm.
Growing
The flowering period and its features depend on the climatic conditions of cultivation. The flowering period lasts 2-3 months, in some cases during the year, with a break for the development of the root system and leaves.
Landing
For Singolo, the standard substrate "For Orchids" or "For Epiphytes" is suitable. Prepare soil on their own at home using the following elements:
- well-boiled pine bark with a fraction of 1.5-2 cm;
- charcoal;
- inert materials: vermiculite, expanded clay, perlite or foam;
- sphagnum moss.
The Singolo root system participates in photosynthesis along with the leaves. The pot should be transparent, with air flow to the roots. A plastic pot with drainage holes in the bottom and side walls is suitable for planting a flower. The pot is chosen 2-3 cm larger than the root system.
Reproduction
Singolo reproduces by dividing the main outlet or by "babies" - newly emerging shoots that grow on the peduncle after flowering. Growing an orchid using seeds is a laborious process, so it is best to use a vegetative method.
Care
An orchid needs favorable conditions for growth and development. Caring for a flower at home includes compliance with:
- temperature regime - 22 ° С-24 ° С during the day and 17 ° С-18 ° С at night, the difference between temperatures should remain within 4 ° С-5 ° С;
- lighting rules; well-diffused light is important 10-12 hours a day;
- humidity level - 40-60%.
Subject to these conditions, phalaenopsis will grow and delight with flowering.
The flower should be protected from stressful situations:
- temperature drops;
- drafts;
- transportation in cold weather.
Transfer
If, after the acquisition, problems with the root system, instability in the container, a small amount of substrate, tightness in the root container, are revealed, the plant needs to be transplanted into a new pot. Post-transplant care includes gentle watering, proper lighting, and temperature stability.
Orchid transplant Singolo
Watering and feeding
Watering is carried out with soft and warm water with Ph 6-7, melt, rainwater is also suitable. Watering is carried out along the edge of the container. After watering, the roots are allowed to dry until the next intake of moisture.
The orchid should be fed with complex fertilizers every 3rd watering. Fertilizer saturation is reduced by 2-3 times from that recommended by the manufacturer.
Pruning
The peduncle is cut off after the end of flowering and complete drying. The green part of the peduncle is not cut off, it can still bloom.
Stimulating flowering
After flowering continues, Phalaenopsis needs rest to gain strength and growth. This takes about 3 months. If the plant does not bloom, it is stimulated by:
- reduce watering;
- reduce the temperature to 12 ° C-15 ° C for a short period of time.
For stimulation use drugs "Bud" and "Ovary".
Prevention of diseases and pests
If fungal, infectious diseases or pests are detected, the cause of their occurrence is removed, otherwise the plant dies. The most common orchid pests are spider mites and aphids. Among the diseases, powdery mildew is distinguished.
For prevention, the following measures are used:
- create normal conditions;
- provide proper care;
- make fertilizing with vitamin cocktails;
- carry out treatment with fungicidal preparations after purchase.
Conclusion
Singolo orchid is easy to care for at home. The correct temperature, humidity, lighting, adherence to simple care rules are required. Then the plant will grow and decorate the house with flowering.