How to judge orchid to be short of water, how to look should water?

Clove leaves dry, may be caused by inadequate nutrients, at this time to supplement fertilizer in time, generally speaking, about a week fertilization is better, but the concentration of fertilizer should not be too high. It may also be caused by too little watering, then you have to add enough water in time, watering thoroughly but not water is the best. It may also be caused by diseases, such as anthrax, etc. At this time, the dead leaves must be pruned, cleaned and sprayed.

1. Observe the leaves

The growth of orchids needs reasonable watering, and only correct watering can ensure the normal growth of plants.To judge whether an orchid is short of water, you can judge it from its leaves.If the old leaves of the plant begin to turn yellow and dry from the tip of the leaf, the whole leaf shrinks and the plant wilts, it means that the orchid is short of water.

2. Observation of soil surface

To judge whether the orchid is in a state of water shortage, you can observe it through your eyes to see if the surface color of the soil has changed.If the potting soil has dried, the color of the soil surface will become lighter and gray-white, which means that the orchid is dry and can be watered.

3. Knock the flowerpot

In addition to observing the color of the soil surface, you can also tap the wall of the flowerpot with your hand. If you hear a clear sound, it means that the potting soil inside has dried up, and you need to water it at this time.

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4. Pointing Judgment

You can insert your finger into the soil of the flowerpot, about two centimeters, and feel the soil.If the soil feels dry and hard, it means that the pot soil is dry and can be watered.If you feel that the soil is fine and soft and a little wet, it proves that the potting soil is very wet.