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Create a Humid Environment: Using a cut plastic bottle, drill holes directly above the opening where the lid would fit, creating a funnel shape. Place this “funnel” on the other half of the bottle.
Orchid Placement: Before placing the orchid in the hopper, remove any dried roots. Fill the gaps with polystyrene pieces for support.
Watering: Fill the other half of the bottle with water, making sure the water only partially touches the roots. Place the plant in a bright place and water generously.
Repotting: Once the roots have grown well, transfer the orchid to a larger container so it can continue to grow.
Using Garlic for Orchid Care
Garlic has several benefits for orchid care, including acting as a pest control agent, fungicide, and promoting chlorophyll formation.
Pest control: High sulfur garlic naturally repels pests such as spider mites, thrips, and aphids from orchid potting soil.
Fungicide: Garlic prevents the spread of fungi by inhibiting the development of spores, thus protecting the orchid from fungal infections.
Chlorophyll Strengthener: Garlic sulfur supports chlorophyll formation, protein synthesis, and amino acid formation, which are essential for orchid growth.
Considerations:
Concentration: Excessive use of garlic can impede the growth of orchids. High concentrations of garlic can damage the plant’s lipids and impair seedling growth.
Frequency of use: It is recommended to use garlic water in moderation, perhaps as a monthly preventive measure.
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