How to care for an orchid in a glass flask. The choice of containers for the Vanda orchid

In a vase, which is often presented as a gift for the holiday, it is a simple, albeit a little troublesome business.

Exotic flowers in glass jars

Orchids are often exported from countries in small sealed flasks. Glass containers with vandas, phalaenopsis and oncidiums are very effective and compact. By purchasing such an orchid, you can try your hand at being an amateur grower. From a small seedling you can grow a full-fledged mature plant. And if you were presented with an already formed copy, proper care for orchids will help prolong her life and preserve the beauty of the flower.

For example, the blue vanda looks very stylish and impressive. It has spectacular flowers of an unusual shape. Such an orchid in a vase, the care of which must be constant and competent, can live long enough, delighting others with a healthy look. First, choose a container for the flower. It is best if the vase is wider at the bottom and narrower at the top. This will prevent excessive moisture loss from the substrate. most often sold in cylindrical flasks. Leaving them in these containers is not very useful. After all lower leaves in such a vessel they are in a crumpled position, they can break and bend over. This may even lead to their death. Humidity inside such a cylindrical flask is often excessive, and ventilation is insufficient. This can lead to the growth of bacteria or the appearance of a fungal infection. Roots and leaves affected by this disease are extremely difficult to cure. To counter this, orchid care must include timely repotting. The first time this should be done a few months after purchase. Orchid care also involves a special ritual of watering a flower. It must be removed from the flask, immersed in a separate bowl with water for a while. Then, after drying, the orchid is returned back to the vase. To make it easier to care for the flower, position it so that the roots remain inside the container. And the peduncle should be outside.

Miltonia Orchid: Care and Growing Secrets

This flower, resembling a flock of huge bright butterflies in shape, is somewhat similar to giant ones. It belongs to the group of oncidiums. Its hybrid varieties are more unpretentious and hardy. Miltonia orchid - epiphyte. She is originally from Colombia and Brazil. Caring for her is quite easy. However, you need to know some rules that you will have to strictly adhere to. The first taboo is regarding watering. Water procedures should be done only in the daytime. Evening watering can seriously harm your orchid - after all, the plant cools down a bit at night. And due to the presence of excess moisture in the pan, the decrease in temperature may be excessive. The second rule is that water must be boiled and filtered. It should also be heated during the cold season. harmful if used for irrigation. But it is quite suitable for wiping the leaves - due to the absence of some chemical compounds in it, there will be no stains on them.

We transplant the orchid into a new glass pot, experienced advice.

To begin with, I suggest you familiarize yourself with general information by transplant. As you understand, if the pot becomes too small for your flower, it's time to transplant it. A transplant is also needed if there are any problems and damage in the root system. Well, someone just wants to change the old vessel for a new one, more beautiful and suitable for interior design in the house. By the way, this also applies to lovers of glass / transparent plastic containers.

In the case of transplantation, the main problem is not a process at all, but a result. In order not to mislead you with the title of the article, I will, of course, put in a good word about the transplant itself. Where would it be without her. But before the transplant itself, it will be useful to know something for a start.

When flower pot completely filled with roots, they begin to displace the earth. In the case of an orchid, roots can grow above the ground, and this is absolutely normal for a healthy flower. And they can be damaged if they plant an orchid in the wrong land or water it incorrectly. In the event that the roots began to rot or dry out, and even more so, it is necessary to urgently replant the flower. If everything is in order with your roots, then best time for transplantation - the end of flowering.

Do I need to transplant an orchid into a transparent one?

How do you know if an orchid needs to be repotted? If the earth is crumpled and settled and there is free space around the roots, if you smell rotting, mold dampness, and generally it doesn’t smell like usual, if the pot is noticeably heavier, if the green roots turn gray, brown or some other incomprehensible dark colors and also began to rot, then it's time to do a transplant.

Transplanting an orchid into a glass pot

Carefully remove the orchid from the old pot. If you have a plastic pot, it is better not to be afraid to break it than to damage the delicate roots of the flower. After that, put the orchid in a small bowl of warm water and let it soak there. With the help of the shower, it will be necessary to wash the earth from the roots. Of course, not so that they shine, but the main thing. Consider the roots, whether they are rotten, damaged, and if there are, they must be carefully cut off and sprinkled with charcoal on the cuts. In order for the roots to dry out, the flower can be placed on a napkin or paper towel.

While the orchid dries, you need to prepare the ground for a new pot. Because we are talking about a glass pot, it is very important to follow all the rules so that the drainage is done well. Indeed, even if your glass pot has holes in the bottom, the evaporation of moisture in it will be completely different. Lay out a layer of ceramic shards (you can also expanded clay) up to 5 cm high. This will allow water to freely reach the bottom of the pot without stagnation. Then we fall asleep the prepared earth and we already place our dried plant in it. It is better to buy special earthen mixtures for orchids, because they take into account the characteristics of the roots.

Features of watering and caring for orchids

After you have planted your orchid in glass and in the absence of holes in the vase / vessel, you can only water it from above. It will not be difficult to do this, control the amount of water too, because the pot is now transparent. The main thing is not to pour or overdry the plant. Since the earth on the surface will dry out much faster than inside your newfangled pot. To do this, the surface of the earth can sometimes be sprayed from a spray bottle.

If you suddenly decide to propagate it when transplanting, well, you can do this at the expense of the main plant. But it is better to read a separate specialized article about this in advance, rather than experimenting while replacing the pot. In general, an orchid can be divided into parts with roots. At the same time, after transplanting, do not forget to leave the orchid alone, while it can only be sprayed every day. But don't water. All in all, complexity. Therefore, it is still better to allocate a separate time for reproduction.

What if, as a result of all your experiments, the orchid has lost up to 95 percent of the roots? Is there a chance to save the plant? Chances are low, of course, but you try. To do this, just like for a transplant, you need to wash the roots, find the dead ones, cut them off and sprinkle them to heal. The very method of salvation is not so much complicated as lengthy. Since you will alternately have to soak the roots and then dry them.

Experienced Tips

- If your orchid suddenly does not like its new place of residence, as an option, you can take it along with the pot to the workshop and ask them to drill a hole in the glass. After that, put the pot in the water. This will help the orchid come to life.

- Even if you follow all the rules of watering, the inside of the pot will still be covered with green. And from the transparency of it little will remain. You will not look at the cute orchid roots, but at the greenery. And it's not just about humidity, it's also about exposure to light. Although this greenery does not harm orchids. If this development of events does not bother you, you can leave it like that.

Someone generally suggests not to scoff at the plant and plant it in a well-ventilated plastic pot Well, they are of course right.

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Today experienced flower growers, on the windowsills of which there are a large number of unusual indoor plants, it is already difficult to surprise anything. For example, many have ordinary types of orchids. But experts say there are many more. And today we want to introduce you to such a beauty as the Vanda orchid. From the article you can find out what an exotic flower looks like, what are its features, how to grow your orchids in glass vases and other containers, and you will also find tips on how to care for and grow a crop.

Orchid Vanda belongs to epiphytic plants that belong to the orchid family. AT wild nature it grows in the north and east of India, in the south of China, and is found in Thailand. The culture is naturally endowed with thick and strong gray-green roots, the length of which can be about 2 meters. They tend to absorb moisture directly from the air. So Vanda orchids manage to avoid water shortages and create reliable protection from the scorching rays of the sun.

Unlike other types of orchids, the blue orchid called Vanda is initially devoid of pseudobulbs. The stems of the plant are also quite dense and can be up to about 3 meters in height. When caring for a Wanda orchid at home, it is realistic to grow stems no more than 1 meter long. Peduncles appear in the leaf axils. They are from 1 to 4 pieces. large flowers of blue color in the amount of 2-15 pieces are collected in inflorescences.

But this is the standard color. In fact, the Vanda orchid can have flowers in blue, purple, red, pink, yellow, orange and white color. Beautiful flowers of such phalaenopsis acquire a rich color after a couple of days from the beginning of flowering. Which is able to please the grower's eye for up to 3 months with proper care.

If about 50 species of the Vanda orchid genus are found in natural conditions, then only some of them can be grown at home. The most popular among them are Wanda tricolor, rolled, Rothschild, blue.

Features and methods of cultivation

Since the airy, that is, hanging, roots of the culture are covered with a dense layer of velamen, such a flower is already provided with proper nutrition and the necessary amount of moisture. It does not require a substrate. But the orchid in a glass flask is not yet a frequent guest in our homes, although it is unusually beautiful. Hanging roots are somewhat similar to a beard, so flower growers have dubbed this plant a "beard orchid."

A feature of this flower is the ability to constantly actively vegetate. In this case, the growth of the root system and foliage alternates with periods of flowering. At home, an orchid, unlike ordinary species, needs a bright natural light for about 12 hours a day and ensure good air circulation.

Among the three known ways in which such a beauty can be grown, the most popular is keeping the plant in vases. An unusual orchid in a transparent flask will definitely become a decoration of your home. In addition, caring for flowers placed in vases is noticeably simplified. It is only necessary to place the roots of the plant in a spacious glass flask, the role of which can be played not only by a vase, but even by an aquarium or a jar.

But still Wanda glass vase, selected with taste, will look the most aesthetically pleasing. If you plan to grow orchids in a vase, it is advised to choose a glass-shaped container. After all, an orchid in a beautiful flask of this format can be securely fixed. There is one important rule. Your orchid in glass should not be short of space for the free placement of the root system. High-quality drainage should be placed at the bottom of the vessel - expanded clay and large pieces of bark. And no soil is required.

It is also possible to grow such a beauty in a hanging system. With this method, its roots will be freely hanging. Suspension systems are perfect for greenhouses, balconies and special orchidariums. The only inconvenience is the need to carry out frequent spraying of foliage and roots. During which water can be on the surface of the furniture and floor. Caring for a Vanda orchid in a hanging system requires a certain level of humidity, bright lighting and regular airing.

Lots of light

Many flower growers who purchase Vanda orchids are interested in home care for these flowers. One of the important points is the abundance of light. If you do not provide your pet with intensive lighting for 12 hours daily, it can not only slow down growth, but also not start blooming.

It is recommended to place the orchid on a glazed balcony or loggia, as well as a bay window, which is fairly well lit. From October to March, if possible, it is better to place a capricious beauty on the southern windowsill. In the summer, be sure to shade it during the day. Or transfer to a window that faces the east or west side.

Temperature regime

During the day, the flower should be indoors with temperature regime at the level of 22-28 degrees Celsius. At night it should be at least 6 degrees less. In summer, the plant stocks carbon dioxide, which is useful to him for normal photosynthesis. It is advised at this time to transfer flowers to outdoor balcony, loggia or terrace. In the presence of excessive heat and dryness, the culture will not be able to grow and develop properly.

Humidification and ventilation

When asked how to take care of exotic plant, novice flower growers receive the answer that in addition to a large amount of light and temperature conditions, the humidity level is important for him - in the range of 50–70%, as well as regular ventilation. Since the higher the humidity in the room, the easier it is to care for bare roots. Good air circulation is also important. Since this type of orchid reacts negatively to its stagnation. The roots need to be able to breathe freely.

Watering and fertilizing

In summer and spring days, the orchid feels the daily need for water. Moreover, with the advent of autumn, 2-3 waterings per week are enough for her. Moisture stagnation is very dangerous. It is fraught with the onset of root rot. Watering can be done with a warm shower in the bathroom. Allow excess water to drain, blot the foliage with a piece of cloth.

Another way - the plant is placed in a bowl of warm water for literally a minute. You can use a watering can for watering or use the spray method. For Wanda, complex fertilizers with a high mineral content should be used. Young flowers are fed 1 time in 2 weeks, adults - no more than 1 time per month. Both the lack of fertilizers and their excess are dangerous.

Video "Watering and caring for the Wanda orchid"

From this video you will learn how to properly care for the Vanda orchid.

This orchid variety goes down in history as far back as the 18th century in Asian countries. That's where she comes from.

In addition to beautiful flowers, this orchid is unique in its root system: unlike other varieties, its roots are more powerful, they can receive moisture even from the atmosphere. Therefore, Wanda orchids are not threatened by prolonged droughts and possible burns.

However, this variety quite whimsical and will require great care during care. One slightest mistake and the plant may die. Next, we will tell you how to care for the beautiful Wanda.

Conditions of detention

Since this variety comes from hot latitudes, the conditions of detention should be appropriate:

• air temperature should be within 16-29 degrees, if the room is more than 30 degrees, then the plant may die;
• humidity should be within 80% (this figure can be maintained by regular spraying of the plant);
• Wanda does not require any substrate, its root system must be constantly open. As a last resort, you can use oak bark as in the case of Phalaenopsis;
• given plant very photophilous, but it is worth limiting direct contact with it sun rays. It is especially important to comply proper lighting in winter, in summer, an orchid can be taken out to the balcony;
• water the plant, as well as other varieties of orchids: as the soil dries.

Wanda's root system can be left open.

Important! The temperature for keeping this flower should be the same throughout the year.

Wanda has no dormant periods or active growth . Only during flowering can the growth of its leaves stop. Strong temperature fluctuations can provoke a lot of diseases for a flower. It is best to keep Wanda in open form(without adding soil).

Landing and transplant

Planting and caring for Wanda have their own characteristics:

• no soil is required for its planting. Very often, orchid lovers simply hang the plant on the wall and make its root system open;
• for less experienced flower growers, it is allowed to use a small amount of substrate in the form of oak bark;
• you can also use a plastic container in which a lot of holes are made. The entire root system of the orchid is placed in it, and thanks to the holes, a sufficient amount of moisture, light and air enters it.

This orchid variety does not need to be transplanted. Wanda does not like changing the pot, so if you buy an orchid in a small plastic pot in a store, it is better not to disturb it with transplants for a while. Today, many orchid lovers prefer to grow Vanda in large glass pots. We will talk about this a little later.

Advice! When using a substrate, it must be changed at least once every 6 months.

Orchid Wanda: home care

Since this variety of orchids is mainly grown without the use of a substrate, then watering should be done as follows: the entire root system is carefully placed in a container of water and kept there for about 20-30 minutes. After that, they take it out, let it drain a little. It is very important during watering not to wet the stems and leaves.

You need to water the plant:

• in summer time 1 time in 4 days;
• in winter no more than once a week.

If a substrate is used when growing Wanda, then the frequency of watering should be reduced to 1 time per week in summer and 1 time in 14 days in winter. More frequent watering leads to rotting of the root system and death of the plant.

For watering, the roots of the plant are completely immersed in water.

Important! To increase the humidity level, it is allowed to carry out

spraying

orchids 1 time in 7 days in winter and 2 times a week in summer. In this case, you need to ensure that water does not fall on the stems, leaves and flowers.

When using a glass container watering is carried out as follows: gently pour in a small stream clean water into a vase so that the roots sink into it. Let stand for about half an hour, then carefully drain it.

This procedure is carried out twice a week in summer and once a week in winter. When using glass vases, watering must be carried out very carefully to prevent rotting of the root system (this may occur due to limited air access).

Complementary feeding is carried out during the period of vegetative growth of Wanda. Use special fertilizers with the addition of potassium monophosphate. Take, leaving the proportion of 1 g of fertilizer per 1000 ml of water. Fertilize, as a rule, 1 time per month. It is important to note that it is better to introduce complementary foods after the end of Wanda's flowering.

As mentioned above, this variety of orchids does not have a clearly defined period of growth and dormancy. Abundance of flowering observed in spring and summer(this is due to more natural light).

The flowering period can last up to 23 months. Provided that the Wanda orchid is properly maintained, it will delight its owner with flowering for a whole year.

The flowers of the plant are simply unique, have different shape and coloration. If flowering does not occur for a long time, then you need to check whether the plant has enough color, whether there are any temperature fluctuations, or perhaps it is simply overfed with fertilizers.

After flowering is over, cut dried flower stalks, reduce watering and spraying to a minimum.

reproduction

Like all other types of orchids, Wanda breeds by transplanting her babies. This phenomenon is quite rare they can be separated from the main root system when they reach a length of at least 5 cm. After circumcision, the place of attachment to the roots must be treated with charcoal to prevent infection from spreading.

Orchid Wanda (photo with baby).

The baby is placed in a special pot and kept in greenhouse conditions, while the humidity should be about 90%. As a substrate, tree bark and moss-sphagnum (4:1) are used. In this way, the baby is kept until it grows 20 cm in length, then it can be transplanted into a regular orchid pot and continued care, like an adult plant.

It should be noted that any other methods of transplanting this plant are prohibited. However diligent flower growers sometimes try to propagate Wanda using seeds. This is a very long and laborious process.

Features of the process, how to grow from a seed:

• seeds are grown in a nutrient medium obtained under sterile laboratory conditions;
• the duration of germination is about 9 months;
• it takes up to 3 years to get a process that can be transplanted;
• flowering of a plant grown in this way can be expected up to 4-10 years.

For reproduction, therefore, you will need Vanda orchid seeds, moist soil (moss and deciduous soil), conditions of complete sterility, temperature within 25 degrees, humidity - 80-90%. After the appearance of the first leaves, you need to dive them.

cultivation

In a glass vase

Very often I use glass containers for breeding these orchids, however growing in a glass flask has its own nuances.

How to plant?

To plant Wanda in such a container you need to choose a pot that has a conical shape. The roots of the plant are carefully placed in it so that leaves were on top of the sides.

A healthy orchid has bright green leaves and stems, rich flowering. The roots are not dried, they have a natural color.

Correct position in the vase.

When grown in glass no substrate required. Watering should be carried out no more than 1 time per week in winter and 2 times a week in summer. More frequent moisture can lead to rotting of the root system and death of the orchid.

Need to take care of the lighting because the glass prevents the penetration of sunlight.

Possible problems

Wanda is a very whimsical plant, so its owner needs to have a lot of patience, and then the flower will definitely thank you. When yellowing orchid leaves, you need to check:

• temperature in the room;
• is there an unpleasant neighborhood;
• the level of humidity and lighting;
• overfeeding with fertilizers.

Sometimes the plant is prone to natural shedding of leaves. root rot can be caused by excess moisture, so it is worth reducing the amount of watering.

Resetting flowers and buds may occur due to overheating of the orchid. In this case, be sure to monitor the temperature in the room where Wanda is kept.

Resuscitation of a plant in the absence of roots

This can be done by growing new roots from the neck of the plant. Technology, how to reanimate such a Wanda:

• you need to take ordinary boiled water and an orchid plot;
• it is placed in a vessel so that the leaves remain on top;
• put in a kind of greenhouse, where the temperature is maintained around the clock at 25 degrees;
• as the liquid evaporates, it must be added.

After a few months, you can see fresh roots and transplant the orchid.

Reanimate the orchid by placing it in water.

Diseases, their treatment and prevention

Important! Like other types of orchids, Vanda lends itself to many

diseases

: burns, fungal infections, bacterial rot.

For prevention, you need to carefully monitor the temperature and humidity, treat the plant with fungicidal preparations. If rot is found, you need to treat the orchid with a solution of antibiotics.

To prevent the reproduction of pests, Wanda can be treated with an alcohol-soap solution.

Useful videos

You will learn everything about caring for Wanda from the video below:

The following video tells about Wanda's adaptation and treatment:

Video instruction on resuscitation of Wanda without roots:

This video is dedicated to the care of Wanda in the glass:

Conclusion

Orchid Vanda is a very whimsical plant. To care for it, it will be necessary to maintain a constant temperature and humidity. Distinctive feature is the absence of the need for soil for growing, it can simply be placed in an open container and picked up on the wall.

Orchid Vanda blooms all year round and has no dormant periods.. To prevent the disease, you need to use special products that are sold in flower shops.

Helpful Hints:

1. It is necessary to carefully monitor the root system to prevent excessive watering or drying out of the soil;
2. In low light, especially in winter time artificial light sources must be used;
3. If the plant has stopped blooming, you need to check if there is an excess of fertilizer;
4. With strong yellowing and wilting of the leaves, monitor the lighting and temperature.

One of the most popular recently grown epiphytes at home is the Vanda orchid. This beautiful plant can be cultivated not only in special plastic containers. The Vanda orchid in a glass vase is very much in demand now.

plant description

The Vanda orchid is found in the wild in India, China and Thailand. Her large flowers, reaching 10 cm in diameter, can be painted in a variety of colors. So, on sale you can find various shades of blue, red-violet and pink tones. Throughout the area of ​​the petals there are dark mosaic markings, giving this orchid a very attractive appearance.

This plant was named so in 1795 by the Englishman William Jones, who first described the flower while traveling in India. The genus Vanda successfully crosses with the closely related Ascocentrum, which has more compact dimensions. Thanks to breeding work, today you can find a wide variety of interspecific hybrids. Recently, the efforts of flower growers have been focused on breeding miniature orchids.

Vanda Orchid Varieties

There are many varieties of Vanda orchids:

• blue;
• Sanderiana;
• comb;
• Rothschild;
• rolled;
• chess;
• Hooker;
• tricolor.

Not every Vanda orchid is suitable for growing. At home, only 2 species are most often grown: blue and Sandler. These species are the basis of almost all hybrids of this genus. With their help, a huge number of different copies were created. These epiphytes were used to breed the best varieties orchids used for cutting.

Vanda blue

Vanda coerulea Lindl. - blue Vanda orchid. It has been grown at home for many years. It was discovered only in 1837 in tropical forests at an altitude of about 1000 m above sea level. This epiphyte has a strong, erect stem, the length of which reaches 80-100 cm. Often it is very bare at the base. Around the stem are hard dark green leaves. Their length reaches 12-18 cm, and the width is 3 cm. The leaves are arranged in 2 opposite rows.

Orchid Vanda has lateral inflorescences. Their length reaches 30-60 cm. Each of them has up to 14-20 large flowers, the diameter of which reaches 10 cm. Their lavender-blue color can have lighter or darker tones. blooms this orchid in autumn-winter period. Most often, the first buds bloom in August. Vanda blue can bloom until December-January.

Wanda Sanderiana

Vanda sanderiana comes from warm rainforests. Vanda Sanderiana has long leaves located in the axils of peduncles. On the cystic inflorescence are pink-white flowers, the diameter of which reaches 10-15 cm. This species has greenish-yellow or chestnut veins on the sepals. This orchid blooms in autumn. Today on sale you can find pink, white, yellow and variegated colors of flowers.

Wanda's diseases

This orchid is prone to diseases such as:

• Spotting, the cause of which may be excessive moisture in the substrate or air. In diseased plants, wart-like spots form on the underside of the leaf. Often it is caused by fungal diseases that actively develop in warm and wet rooms. At the same time, rounded black spots appear on the upper side of the leaves. Orchids fight spotting by creating a favorable environment for the flower. When planting plants, the substrate is disinfected. Water Wanda with water, in which special antifungal drugs such as Trichodermin or Fitosporin are dissolved.
• Rot caused by waterlogging of the substrate. Most often, the disease progresses on cool days or when using containers that are not suitable for the orchid. With this disease, rotting of the roots and stems is observed. The tissues of the flower soften and turn black. Very quickly, the plant turns yellow and dies. To combat this disease, the substrate is disinfected before planting the orchid. The plant is watered in accordance with the requirements of agricultural technology. The drug "Maxim" is added to the water.

Wanda orchid pests

These wonderful flowers can infect such pests:

• Thrips, a sign of the appearance of which are light dots or strokes that appear on the upper side of the leaves. Over time, parts of the plant acquire a whitish hue with a silvery sheen. Affected leaves turn brown and die. Thrips also affect flowers. They are deformed and stained. To combat these pests, the preparations "Aktara", "Confidor" are used.
• Scale insects that suck out cell sap. On parts of the plant, motionless brown insects are visible. The affected orchid loses its color, dries up and dies. Pests are removed by washing the leaves and stem with a soapy sponge. The preparations "Confidor" and "Aktara" are very effective in the fight against scale insects.

Wanda's conditions

The Vanda orchid, which is somewhat easier to care for than other types of epiphytes, requires a relatively cool place to keep. Optimum temperature for her in winter is 16 ° C. In warmer conditions, subject to all the rules of agricultural technology, it blooms and develops beautifully. Summer temperature should not exceed 25 °C. In winter, this epiphyte prefers dry conditions.

Orchid Vanda, the care and cultivation of which requires compliance certain rules, is very demanding on lighting. With a great need for light, this epiphyte quickly burns out when exposed to direct sunlight. The penetration of light from the street is permissible only in the morning and evening hours. Most often, in the autumn-spring period, the orchid needs additional artificial lighting. Suitable for fluorescent lamps. In such conditions, Wandas develop and bloom better.

The optimum humidity for growing Vanda is around 70%. Unlike other types of epiphytes, this orchid is not grown in trays of water, but in special hanging baskets. For supporting required humidity aerial roots are regularly sprayed with soft water. At the same time, it is not only filtered or defended, but also boiled.

Watering and feeding Wanda

Orchid Vanda, the care of which implies proper watering, very sensitive to water regime. During active growth in the spring and summer, the substrate on which the epiphyte grows must be constantly wet. In winter, moderate watering is required. In this case, the plant needs water only when the substrate dries completely. In the hot season, orchids must be sprayed with soft water. Moisture should not be allowed to enter the leaf axils after watering, as this can lead to plant damage by fungal diseases.

Orichidea Vanda needs to be fed with special fertilizers. They are produced during the period of active growth, budding and flowering. Fertilizers are mixed into required quantities into water for irrigation. As a rule, in the spring-autumn period, top dressing is carried out weekly. Lack of nutrients in the substrate leads to poor flowering.

You should not be zealous with fertilizing the soil, because flowers that have received too much top dressing become weak and elongated. Their top acquires increased softness and can bend under the weight of the inflorescence. It is impossible to fertilize diseased specimens of orchids, since this can only aggravate the situation.

Reproduction and transplantation of Wanda

These orchids propagate by separating a part of a healthy stem, which has aerial roots. Apical cuttings or side shoots are also used. Transplant adult specimens of orchids only when their roots do not fit in a pot or Wanda slows down growth. As a rule, this epiphyte needs to be transplanted every 3-4 years. At the same time, the container for the flower is chosen not too large, since in such a container it slows down growth.

For Wanda, they buy a special substrate for orchids. In extreme cases, the soil mixture can be prepared independently. To do this, take 2 parts of pine bark, broken into large pieces, 1 part of perlite / foam plastic crumbs, ½ part of peat. Pieces of birch charcoal are added to the mixture.

Wanda does not need to cut parts of the plant. In the case when the orchid becomes very tall (long), you can cut it off upper part and plant it in the substrate. On such planting material there should be at least 3-4 healthy roots. Sections of tissue are sprinkled with crushed charcoal. The lower part of Wanda eventually gives a "baby" on the basis of the epiphyte. For reproduction, daughter plants formed in the axils of the leaves are also used. They are simply carefully separated and planted in a separate container.

The choice of containers for the Vanda orchid

Not every container is suitable for growing Vanda orchids. Most often, hanging baskets or pots with side holes are chosen for it, into which the roots of the plant penetrate. In them, the epiphyte feels as comfortable as possible. Recently, the Vanda orchid in a vase is often found on sale. At the same time, there is no substrate in such a container.

Orchid Vanda in glass is a great gift idea. For it, you can choose a glass container of any shape. This epiphyte looks perfect in tall and spherical vases, flasks and "glasses". Unfortunately, orchids that are sold in glass containers with a clogged lid die very quickly.

Growing Vanda in a glass vase

Orchid Vanda in a vase, the care of which consists in regular inspection of the flower and the removal of damaged parts, looks very stylish as an element of the interior. A container with a wide base is best suited for such cultivation of an epiphyte. An orchid that is constantly in water can quickly rot and die. Therefore, it is better to keep it dry. The flower is regularly taken out of the vase and immersed in water with fertilizers for a while. Then the plant is dried a little and returned to the container. Orchids live the longest, the green parts of which are outside the glass container.

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An orchid in a vase is a modern version of the perfect gift.

Orchids in a vase are not such a rare occurrence lately. Gift options for orchids in large, tall, spherical glass vases, flasks, and vessels are a wonderful gift for any celebration. "Vial" - a mini-vase, corked with a lid that holds a flower in vertical position without letting the water evaporate. Even with good care, such an orchid can please you with its flowers for a very short time.

Markets Southeast countries offer sealed small glass vessels with seedlings of phalaenopsis, oncidiums, cattleyas, vandas and other orchids, which do not require additional documents for export from the country.

This option for acquiring exotic orchids is quite interesting for both amateurs and professionals. It not only allows you to immediately acquire a sufficient number of your favorite flowers, but also try your hand at the role of a gardener who grows a full-fledged plant from a tiny seedling.

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Wanda is a stylish beauty in a worthy vase frame.

Wanda in a glass vase is a great decoration for stylish interior. With large, showy, highly unusually shaped flowers, the vanda orchid is so attractive that it is becoming more and more popular. It quickly adapts to the microclimate of our rooms. The most famous is the "blue vanda", which has stunning beautiful sky-blue flowers.

Only with its high-quality and competent content, the plant will live for a long time, bloom, delighting its owner with healthy leaves and roots. If you have to choose vases, it is best to opt for the shape of the so-called "glasses", which are wide at the bottom, narrower at the top.

Vessels in which vandas are sold can be conditionally divided into low, wide and those in which the height prevails over the width. The latter - vases in the form of cylinders or a truncated flask require increased attention to the content of the plant in them for the following reasons:

In a cylindrical vessel, the lower leaves are in a folded state, their creases and kinks are possible, which is fraught with their loss. Excessive humidity inside the flask, lack of high-quality ventilation sometimes leads to the appearance of bacterial and fungal infections that affect the roots and leaves of the orchid. To prevent this, vandas, which are often kept in such glass containers without a substrate, are not watered directly in it, but taken out and immersed in a separate container with water. After drying, the orchid can be returned back to the vase.

If you are satisfied with the vase, you just need to lift the plant with flowers over the edge decorative vase so that the roots remain inside, and the peduncle with leaves - outside. Then it will be more convenient to take care of the plant, and the flower will feel better. When Wanda is kept in the substrate, it should be sprayed more frequently with a systemic fungicide, as in the absence of holes in a glass vessel, ventilation to the entire depth of the vase is almost impossible.

Secrets of growing orchids in glass jars

Orchids bought in the substrate and, on the contrary, intended to be kept without it, also undergo some training for life with bare roots. Wandas are best suited for this purpose. As a rule, these orchids on sale are precisely unprotected roots.

Vandas, being epiphytes (although there are terrestrial species among them), live on trees, feeding on condensed, rain moisture contained in it. nutrients, therefore, keeping them at home, the main thing for the free, off-substrate cultivation of Vanda is good, about 60% humidity in the room.

It is not easy to achieve such indicators, especially in winter, it is important to remember general rule: The lower the temperature, the less watering and humidity the Wanda needs in the room. And, accordingly, vice versa. Therefore, if it is not possible to install a humidifier with a timer that will maintain the humidity at the proper level, you need to try to provide Wanda with a cool room. Watering an orchid without a substrate is done by immersing in warm water for a time sufficient for its roots to change color from light gray to green. Actually, the signal for watering is the disappearance of the light green color of the roots.

Often, Wanda's orchids are acquired with extremely shriveled, almost unviable roots. The roots that have simply dried up from irregular watering are restored by almost daily watering-immersion for 10 minutes in warm water. The roots, on the contrary, rotting from poor ventilation, fungal infections, are first treated with Fitosporin solution, then sprayed or immersed in water for a short time. The main thing is that after watering and spraying the temperature of the orchid should be at least 20-25 degrees Celsius, otherwise the fungal infection may resume.

Ventilation is also important. Vandas contained in high, narrow vases should be well ventilated, and glass, plastic bottles, vessels should be washed using disinfecting solutions. The roots of such orchids need frequent treatment with fungicidal (antifungal) drugs. The rotting parts of the roots are subject to timely removal, powdering the cut with crushed coal, or lubricating it with Fundazol gruel.

There are several Vanda growing secrets that are used if the plant suddenly becomes ill. Sometimes, suddenly, Wanda begins to lose turgor (her leaves become soft, sag, wrinkle). The reason for this condition lies in the insufficient strength of the roots, because. The Vanda orchid grows leaf mass only with a well-developed, healthy root system. It is important to carefully examine the plant, remove it from the substrate (if any), replace it with a new, carefully disinfected one. After that, the orchid is hung upside down in a darker place than before. Thus, the energy of growth, always striving upward, is redirected to the growth of roots.

Once every two weeks, you can spray the plant with special fertilizers for orchids, or by separately spraying with Novosil, Polisilk preparations. The polysaccharides contained in these preparations contribute to the regulation of photosynthesis processes, stimulating the production of beneficial nutrients. Sugars support Wanda's strength - while foliar treatment should be carried out throughout the plant, from roots to leaves.

An orchid hanging upside down does not retain excess moisture in the internodes, while the risk of fungal and bacterial diseases, despite frequent moistening, is reduced to almost a minimum. In this state, Wanda is ready to grow a normal new root system in 3 months, and when her young roots in an amount of at least 3-5 pieces reach 6-7 cm in length, the orchid can be turned over to its usual state.

Orchid Vanda in a glass vase - not only a stylish accent modern interior, is a long-lasting, living decoration that anyone who loves plants can afford to keep.

This is enough new method, so often growers make mistakes incompatible with the life of cultivated plants.

Let's find out which one is needed for orchids. This method, of course, has both advantages and disadvantages:

Important! However, the shortcomings can be somewhat leveled by replacing the glass vase with a plastic one. At the same time, the decorative effect and high soiling of the container will be preserved.

Ways

Such cultivation is in itself is one of the ways. There are variations regarding the placement of the plant itself in relation to the container (fully inside or half outside).

Proper placement without the use of a substrate

the right way is the only one:

1. inside;
2. And the top is outside.

That is, the plant is placed halfway in the vase. In this way:

• The plant itself is outdoors;
• The base of the rosette is flush with the edges of the vase;
• And the roots are inside.

You can fix the plant in this position with wire or any other accessible ways and improvised materials.

Substrate filling

Not needed, since monopodial orchid species are usually grown in vases (,). In some cases allowed use, for example, if you need to leave the plant unattended for a while.

Types of containers

In shops there are transparent vases:

• Classic, stretched up;
• Cylindrical glass-shaped with a flat bottom.

These containers are not suitable, because:

Best fit glass-shaped vessels for cognac is:

• Large spherical vessels;
• Flattened in height;
• Able to fit inside the entire beard of the roots;
• While remaining compact and decorative.

In such a vase, a plant will not suffer from constant stuffiness, while the roots will be in a humid microclimate. Consider how to care for an orchid in a glass vase.

Care

Consider caring for an orchid in glass at home. Plant care is not much different from traditional orchid care in the substrate, but it has some nuances that need to be known and taken into account. First of all, it concerns:

• The vase itself;
• her material;
• Forms;
• And the place of residence of the plant.

Watering

plants in a glass vase no different than watering an orchid, which grows in the usual or . The procedure is elementary: you need to carefully pour water into a vase in such an amount that the roots are completely immersed and wetted. Water must be:

• soft;
• settled;
• With a minimum content of mineral salts.

This is important, first of all, for the delicate roots of the orchid, as well as will help to preserve the decorative effect of the glass. After all, after the evaporation of water, mineral salts form a plaque that is perfectly visible and does not look very attractive.

Advice! It is ideal to use rain or melt water, of course, only if the process of collecting precipitation was carried out in an ecologically clean region.

After 30-45 minutes, the water must be carefully drained. Do it with the utmost care, because:

• Wet glass is very slippery;
• The vase may accidentally slip out of your hands;
• Shatter and injure you or others with fragments.

Make sure that no water remains in the vessel after draining. Average watering frequency is:

• 2-3 times a week in warm weather;
• And once a week, if it's cloudy outside.

It is always necessary to monitor the plant and take into account its current needs. In hot summer days watering can be daily. Time for the procedure better to choose in the morning so that the plant has time to dry by the evening.

Feeding and pest control

Under natural conditions happens naturally when rain washes away the humic substances formed on its surface from the trees directly to the roots of the epiphyte. Therefore, when grown in room conditions these plants require competent and dosed top dressing.

Fertilizing orchids is best done after flowering.

The most important thing is that must be remembered: it is better to carry out frequent top dressing with a weak solutionthan rare, but strong. This is also explained by the same features of feeding orchids in nature. After all, rain in the tropics washes away a not very rich layer of substances, but it does this quite often.

In practice, this means that an orchid during the period of active vegetation and a set of green mass should be fed with liquid fertilizers once every 1-2 weeks in ¼ of the concentration indicated on the package.

Advice! Before the procedure, it is necessary to moisten the roots of the plant with water to minimize the risk of burns with a solution of fertilizers. Foliar fertilization, which alternates with root fertilization, has proven to be effective.

Treatments from carried out with diluted insecticides from the sprayer. Use fine, giving a misty jet. It is necessary to process all parts of the plant (from all sides), except for flowers.

How to monitor the health of the roots?

The best prevention is maintaining plant hygiene on the optimal level. In this case, it is necessary:

• Select the size of the container, sufficient so that the roots of the plant fit freely inside;
• There was also the possibility of ventilation and free access air inside.

Not allowed:

• Hypothermia of the roots;
• As well as debris and dirt inside the vase.

In time remove the dead and roots from the plant.

Airing

Quite periodically remove the plant from the container and leave it in free space for a while. You can do this:

• while bathing;
• Or when you want to wash the vase from the accumulated dirt.

Attention! Orchid roots can sometimes stick to the sides of the vase, so care must be taken when removing the plant from the container.

Risks of Infectious Diseases

The reasons

The cause of this kind of disease is accumulation of pathogens: fungi and bacteria.

To prevent orchid diseases, it needs proper care.

It is enough to imagine a damp basement in a building or a corner of the house on the north side to understand how this happens. Fungi or bacteria gather and breed in damp, sheltered places. A glass vase, where there is no ventilation, is the ideal place in this case.

Prevention

Necessary periodically air the plant and the container itself. For epiphytes, access is extremely important. fresh air. In turn, this minimizes the possibility of:

• Stagnation of moist air inside;
• And the appearance of mold, fungus and bacterial colonies.

It is also very important to keep the plant under suitable conditions, that is:

• Provide sufficient;
• Optimal mode;
• And watering.

Treatment

Periodically, the vase must be washed, as accumulates on the inner walls:

• layer of algae;
• And mineral deposits.

Decontamination procedure or prophylaxis can be carried out using:

• A weak solution of potassium permanganate (of course, while the plant should be removed);
• Or fungicides.

Useful video

Watch the video of how an orchid grows in a glass vase:

Learn in the video how to care for an orchid in a glass vase:

Video instruction for the treatment of orchids from various diseases:

Watch the video on how to properly water an orchid:

Conclusion

Growing orchids in glass vases enough unusual way . Thus, with its help, you can somewhat diversify your collection. In addition, no one has canceled the fact that a plant in a glass vase, especially a large blooming Vanda, looks very elegant and can become the center of the whole composition, attract the eyes of guests and their enthusiastic exclamations.

Wherein must be remembered that you can not chase aesthetics to the detriment of the health of the plant. Reasonably weigh all the priorities and enjoy the orchids.

Often, plants are grown in this form in Asian countries, where they are already sold in this form. It is important to understand that the narrow glass container in which it is sold cannot be used for a long time, since the plant will not last long in this form. In a glass container, there is usually not an adult plant, but seedlings..

ATTENTION: The most common for this method of keeping is the Vanda orchid. You can also grow phalaenopsis.

But we will talk specifically about the Wanda orchid.

Orchid Vanda has a strong root system. The length of the root can reach 2 meters. The roots are thickened grayish-green in color and covered with a thick layer of velamen. The stem of this flower at home stretches up to 1 meter in length, and in nature up to 3 meters.

The leaves of the flower are large and are not closely spaced and double-rowed. They are leathery and fleshy and bright green. The flowers of the plant may have a color:

• snow-white;
• cream;
• lemon yellow;
• Orange;
• cherry red;
• light pink;
• rich raspberry;
• violet;
• violet blue.

Capacity Requirements

Before you grow a plant, you need to choose the right container in which you "settle" the flower. This is one of the most important procedures, because due to improperly selected capacity, the plant may die.

The form

The most suitable is the one that has a narrow top and vice versa wide bottom. Their shape resembles a glass.

Do not use tall cylindrical containers, despite their attractiveness. In such containers, the leaves often bend and break, which can kill the orchid. Do not forget that only the roots of the plant are in the container, while the leaves are located on top.

Glass containers provide the roots with plenty of light. However, their main advantage is their decorative properties. However, the use of such containers requires a lot of experience in caring for orchids. All due to the fact that there are simply no drainage holes in the glass container. Therefore, it is quite easy to get an excess of moisture for the roots, which they really do not like. This leads to their decay and death of the flower.

IMPORTANT: Also, in such a container, the plant will not receive enough air, and from this, algae will appear on its walls.

If you still decide to use a glass container, then you must take care of plenty of drainage and the right substrate. And it’s easier to put a plastic pot with a plant in a glass container you like.

But there are also disadvantages of growing an orchid in a glass vessel.:

• Possible excess moisture.
• Small amount of air for a flower.
• Additional drainage holes cannot be made.
• It is difficult to choose the right shape so as not to harm the flower.

Design

1. Beautiful vases.
2. Flasks.
3. (read about which pot is better to choose - transparent or not).
4. Glasses (for small orchids).
5. Glass mugs.

Special Requirements

If you want to grow your flower in a glass pot, then you must:

1. Choose a healthy plant.
2. Take care of good drainage in the pot.
3. Pick a good substrate.
4. Strictly control watering.

A glass flask is far from the best option for growing orchids. They have a narrow cylindrical shape because of this, the leaves of a growing flower are bent and broken. And the flower dies. Same way in a high flask, moisture will not leave well and enough air will not flow, and this is a direct path to fungal diseases and root rot. Therefore, you should not choose glass flasks for your pet.

ADVICE: As for vases, the best option is a glass-shaped vase, wide at the bottom and narrow at the top. Be sure when planting in a vase, you need to remember that the roots are in the vase, and the plant itself is outside.

Watch a video about planting an orchid in a glass pot:

Features of care

A flower in such conditions needs thorough care.:

1. Follow watering guidelines. Immerse the root system in warm water for 20-30 minutes. Protect leaves and root neck from prolonged contact with water. The substrate should dry in 2 days. The best option watering - spraying. In winter, water once a day.
2. Feed during the active growth stage. Add fertilizer to water for irrigation. It is better to use mineral fertilizers.
3. Timely deal with diseases and pests.

Possible problems and difficulties

1. Root rot due to improper watering.
2. The appearance of insects in a container with a flower.
3. Green coating on the walls of the container.

Where can you buy?

You can buy glass containers for orchids at any specialized store.. The seller will help you choose the best option. You can also order containers online. The cost on the Internet is from 190 rubles, and in stores - from 140 rubles.

If you want to have an unusual decoration in your home, then definitely choose an orchid in a glass container. The main thing is to familiarize yourself with all the requirements of the plant and then you will succeed.