Orchid flowers are among the most beautiful and prized, due to their wide variety of shapes and colors, each more elegant than the last. However, once in bloom, they may take months to reveal their full beauty.
These plants are very delicate, and sometimes getting them to flower can be a real challenge. Especially right after purchasing them, when we bring them home and helplessly watch their slow decline. Fortunately, there are tricks that can stimulate orchid blooms and make them last longer.
Orchids, depending on the species, bloom every 2-4 months. Under optimal conditions, most of these beautiful plants can bloom twice a year.
Below we suggest 4 tricks that will help you make your orchids bloom and make the flowers last as long as possible.
1. Eggshells
Rich in potassium and calcium, eggshells are a real boon for orchids. Ideally, you should collect about 20-25 eggshells.
Wash the shells thoroughly and dry them, then grind them into a powder. Cook them in water and, after about eight hours, use the liquid to water your orchids once a week.
You can store the liquid in the refrigerator for about 2-3 months.
2. Rice water
