{"id":69130,"date":"2024-02-28T13:49:39","date_gmt":"2024-02-28T06:49:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=69130"},"modified":"2024-02-28T13:50:12","modified_gmt":"2024-02-28T06:50:12","slug":"orchid-the-sponge-trick-to-make-it-bloom-youve-never-had-it-like-this","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/orchid-the-sponge-trick-to-make-it-bloom-youve-never-had-it-like-this\/","title":{"rendered":"Orchid, the sponge trick to make it bloom. You\u2019ve never had it like this&hellip;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Our homes are adorned with a plethora of plants and flowers that not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also contribute positively to our well-being, mood, and the environment. Many of these botanical companions engage in photosynthesis, releasing carbon dioxide and absorbing excess humidity, playing a crucial role in maintaining a healthy indoor environment.\n</p><p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"aligncenter' size-full wp-image-69131 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/02%5C/409035382_122166401378031956_5106785292604928075_n.jpeg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"522\"' height='\"600\"'>\n</p><p>Among these floral residents, orchids stand out for their resilience and elegant, colorful flowers often featured in various events and ceremonies. Unbeknownst to many, there exists a lesser-known technique called the <em><strong>\u201csponge method\u201d employed by seasoned nursery experts to ensure a thriving orchid.\n<h3>Here\u2019s a step-by-step guide to unveil this rejuvenation process:\n<h4>Reviving a Dying Orchid:\n<ul>\n<li>Clear away all dry or rotten parts from the seemingly lifeless plant.\n</li><li>Extract the orchid from the soil and remove the bark and other dry components with sterilized scissors.\n</li><li>Prioritize removing questionable parts, erring on the side of caution to allow the healthy segments to regenerate.\n\n<h4>Cinnamon Seal:\n<ul>\n<li>Apply cinnamon to cut areas to prevent the entry of fungi and bacteria.\n</li><li>Let the plant rest for 48 hours on a sterile, dry surface.\n\n<figure id='\"attachment_69132\"' aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-69132\"' style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-69132 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/02%5C/c3239b60228a44d5a1745d7809748a7a-scaled.jpeg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"2560\"' height='\"1707\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/c3239b60228a44d5a1745d7809748a7a-scaled.jpeg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'><figcaption id='\"caption-attachment-69132\"' class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Moth orchids on windowsill &ndash; home decoration with live potted flowering plants\n<h4>Creating a Microclimate:\n<ul>\n<li>Cut approximately 10 cm from the bottom of a plastic bottle, puncturing the base with 4 or 5 slits for drainage.\n</li><li>Create a seedling bed within the bottle using moss, lichen, or a sterilized sponge.\n</li><li>Insert the wet sponge into the bottle\u2019s bottom after soaking it.\n</li><li>Place the orchid in a plastic bag to create a microclimate that aids in refreshing and reviving the plant.\n</li><li>Orchid: the sponge method\n\n<h4>Providing Light and Observation:\n</h4><p>Position the setup where the orchid receives ample light, avoiding direct sunlight for approximately 50 days.<br>\nObserve the plant closely for signs of revitalization.\n</p><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"aligncenter' size-full wp-image-69133 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/02%5C/orchid-bloom.jpeg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1200\"' height='\"1019\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/orchid-bloom.jpeg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h4>Transplantation:\n</h4><p>After the designated period, observe the rejuvenation, marked by hard, green, and shiny leaves without mold or bacteria.\n</p><ul>\n<li>Prepare a plastic pot with holes at the bottom, filling it with bark.\n</li><li>Gently insert the orchid into the pot, being mindful of the roots.\n</li><li>Gradually add more bark until the pot is filled.\n</li><li>Mist the orchid using a vaporizer or spray bottle, avoiding direct contact with the leaves initially.\n\n<h4>Future Growth:\n</h4><p>Treat the plant like any other orchid, providing care and attention.<br>\nAfter three months, witness the orchid\u2019s growth in leaves and roots, soon followed by envy-inducing flowers.Orchid: the sponge method\n</p><p>Embrace the sponge method, a well-guarded secret, to breathe new life into your orchid, ensuring vibrant blossoms and prolonged vitality.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>Our homes are adorned with a plethora of plants and flowers that not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also contribute positively to our well-being, mood, and the environment. 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