We wake up the sleeping dots at the Orchid in the simplest way. I tell you step by step how to do everything right

Indoor plant lovers often think about growing an orchid. The beautiful, exotic appearance of this flower becomes the main argument for it.

But soon after the acquisition of a young plant, a problem may arise: you want to propagate or rejuvenate it, but new shoots do not appear.

In order for the orchid to grow shoots, it is necessary to wake up its dormant buds.

What are orchid buds and where are they located?

Orchid buds are located in the so-called growth points. They can be located on the stem or in the leaf axil.

Young shoots grow from them. For many orchids - in particular, the most popular phalaenopsis orchid - this is the only way to reproduce at home.

Usually, the kidneys appear, and then, as it were, freeze in the process of their growth and further development. Then they are called "sleeping". What if you need to quickly wake them up and get a sprout of the plant?

Step by step method: how to wake up sleeping kidneys simply and reliably

The main condition for the awakening of dormant buds is stressful conditions for the plant. Do not be surprised: in nature, the buds of orchids wake up when the rainy season comes. The florist's task is to recreate a similar microclimate so that the necessary processes start inside the plant.

· The length of daylight hours for the plant should be shortened immediately. The orchid at this time does not at all need as much lighting as it received during the flowering period. Therefore, it makes sense to move the pot with it to partial shade.

· During the rainy season in the tropics - the homeland of orchids - there are significant changes in temperature, cold nights alternate with relatively warm days.

It is difficult to arrange such radical changes at home, but it is worth trying. At night, the temperature should be around + 15... + 17 degrees, during the day - from + 23... + 25 degrees.

· Simulation of the rainy season should be as believable as possible - the orchid must be sprayed at least 5 times a day. It is advisable to use "soft" water for this, or at least let it settle.

· Watering should be reduced. Boosting nitrogen fertilization is another way to simulate real-world conditions to awaken the kidney.

By following these simple tips step by step, you can notice the awakening and growth of the kidneys after a short time.