Reviving rootless orchids is very simple. It only takes a few steps, here’s how to do it.

Orchids are very particular plants and stand out for their flowers. Until a few decades ago it was an elite plant as it had to be kept at high temperatures and humidity. Many varieties have spread over the years that are easily adapted to colder European climates. Today, in fact, they are popular plants and are easily propagated in the home or garden.

Their origins are Asian and there are about 20,000 different species of orchids. And 650 different genres. Each variety has its own specific characteristics and needs. The basic rule, however, to prevent an orchid from dying is not to expose it directly to sunlight. In fact, light exposure must be filtered out, otherwise the flowers and leaves could burn.

So the orchid should not be watered too much. In fact, it is a plant that should not be drunk every day, but approximately every 5/12 days (a little more often in the warmer season). However, when you see the orchids starting to weaken, you should intervene immediately.

How to Revitalize an Orchid with Dead Roots

Often the weakening of orchids starts from the roots. Then they must be reinforced to bring the orchid back to life. The first thing we should do if the problem is in the roots is to take a pair of scissors and cut off all those that are damaged.

After having carried out this operation, it is necessary to take a pot with good drainage and a little gravel. The latter placed at the bottom of the vase will help the excess water flow better into the saucer.

Then, to bring the orchid back to life but especially to the roots, a secret but very easy to find ingredient is added. It’s sand that gets poured a little into the vase. What you will need to do with the help of your fingers are small holes where you will insert the roots of the orchid.

Now simply water the plant after placing it in the saucer that will collect the excess water. At that point it is good to put the plant in a sunny but ventilated place. You’ll notice that the roots have grown when the plant appears recovered and starts flowering again.

At that point, the time has come to transplant the orchid. You will need to carefully remove the orchid from the pot and clean the roots thoroughly. Then place it in a new pot where stones have been placed at the bottom for drainage. And now the orchid is reborn with a few simple steps.

Tips for caring for orchids

Here are some tips for taking better care of orchids. As we have already said, exposure to sunlight is very important. There are temperatures in which the orchid must remain: during the day they range between 20° and 22° and at night it should not fall below 16°.

You’ll know your plant is getting too much sun when the leaves start to yellow. Then it is better to move the plant to a north-facing window sill. However, the opposite could also happen, that is, lack of light and in that case the backgrounds will tend to be darker, in this case change the location and put it in a sunnier one and without the direct rays of the sun.

While when it comes to watering the orchid does not need much water. The advice is to water it at the beginning of the day by submerging the pot in a container of water for 5/10 minutes, preferably rainy since tap water contains limestone.

Then it is important that the plant has the right soil and there is a specific one for orchids that is sold in nurseries or garden centers. Finally, fertilize the orchid from March to October about twice a month.