Unfortunately, our orchids are the delight of mealybugs, which risk causing their downfall. To limit damage, monitor the leaves of your plants and especially the underside, where these parasites can settle. If you notice its presence, isolate the affected plants while you treat them. Treatment involves rinsing the plant to remove as many scale insects as possible and then finishing with a cotton swab dipped in vinegar or alcohol to rub the scale insects and kill them. Repeat every four days to eliminate all eggs and larvae.
What to do if the orchid refuses to bloom again?
Sometimes the plant is in good condition, but the flower is missing. This often means that the orchid suffers from severe depletion. It must be said that our apartments and houses have an environment that is too hot and dry for these plants, which, in the long run, can no longer tolerate it. So what can we do to help them?
The secret is to take the pot outdoors from the end of May to the end of September (except frost periods, depending on the region)! Be sure to leave the pot in the shade of a shrub or larger plant to protect its leaves. Then it will not be necessary to water it: your orchid will draw water from the moisture of the dew. As soon as the cold returns and it’s time to bring the pot indoors, your orchid will thank you for this little four-month vacation by developing promising buds… The flower won’t be far away if you continue with its good care!
