To keep it blooming: how to prune an orchid correctly

Orchid owners always look forward to their blooms. These capricious houseplants require careful maintenance and care.

Orchids usually throw out their flower stalks when the cold weather approaches. If your plant has been reluctant to bloom for a long time, experts say that a simple pruning technique can significantly speed up the process.

One experienced florist shared his experience in caring for orchids with express.co.uk. He conducted an experiment with two orchids that bloomed at the same time. He cut off one plant completely, and the other only the upper part of the peduncle. The results were striking: the orchid with the completely removed peduncle quickly produced new buds, while the second one did not bloom.

Another experienced grower recommends cutting the stem just above the highest node and below the lowest flower on the stem. According to her, this approach allows you to extend the flowering period of the plant.

"This method is the most effective for stimulating re-flowering. It can also work, but it doesn't always give the same quick results as complete removal of the flower stem," the houseplant expert said.

He noted that with regular pruning, orchids can bloom several times a year.

How to properly prune an orchid:

1. Use a sharp, sterile instrument.
2. Make a cut of the peduncle at a 45-degree angle.
3. Treat the cut with crushed activated charcoal or cinnamon.

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