What to do if you do not grow leaves of Phalaenopsis

People in orchids attract primarily flowers. But when the flowering period ends, leaving only the leaves. And if they do not, it is very sad, and many would like to fix this problem. Today we'll learn how to do it.

What to do if you do not grow leaves

Leaves not only fulfill a decorative function, but also how to feed the plant. If the roots are damaged (which happens quite often), you can restore the flower with the help of spraying them with nutrient solution. And in order to restore the leaves, you need to know the reasons for which they no longer grow.

Usually, if at least one harmful factor removed, the situation has greatly improved.

1. Air temperature

Phalaenopsis requires room temperature which does not exceed 26 degrees. In the summer it is recommended to hide the plant from direct sunlight deep into the room, but that in this case it will receive sufficient illumination.

If this is not done, the leaves appear burns (such whitish spots), which lead to their extinction. In winter the temperature allowed to fall to 16 degrees.

But it is impossible to avoid a sudden temperature change of more than 5 degrees.

2. Too frequent or too infrequent watering

In the first case leaves wither and fall, while the second root rot, which also leads to deterioration of the appearance of leaves. Also important is the temperature of the water and its hardness.

Also, be careful that water does not flow into the outlet, otherwise the risk of decay. Then pour out the excess water. This procedure is repeated a few minutes later.

Experts advise watering the plant of the soul, because in this case the water gets to flower as much as possible in a natural way, as if the rain has passed.

3. Lighting

Phalaenopsis leaves on the lack of light has a very bad influence. In this case, no photosynthesis takes place, the plant does not generate oxygen. Phalaenopsis is vital for the duration of the light period to 12-14 hours.

In the winter need more light using special lamps for plants or even fluorescent, giving daylight.

4. Food

If the plant receives insufficient amount of potassium and phosphorus, which may result in disruption of leaf growth.

In general, in most cases, if the influence of these reasons and provide plants with proper care, the problem is solved. But for this we need to know a lot of subtleties, and what is the main difficulty.

But do not give up. Hard to learn, but it's nice to enjoy the beautiful flowers!