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The growth of the orchids is very slow, from planting the seed to flowering for the first time it takes about 4 years. For this reason, this plant can live about 50 years.

Orchids do not germinate well outside their natural environment, as it requires a soil fungi that are capable of providing the nutrients needed for growth. This soil should be composed of peat moss, fern roots, fragments of coal, sand and wood mulch.

Another of the care you need an orchid to delight our senses with its flower are:

Luz. The most common reason orchids do not tend to flourish is the lack of light. For that reason, the ideal place to locate it near a window. Also, this window should be protected by curtains or VISIL to protect the plants from strong sunlight hours in summer and spring.
On the contrary, the sun and autumn ivierno is preferred for these plants.

Temperature. The orchids are adapted to all kinds of weather without difficulty, although they prefer the warm. To bloom in larger quantities, require temperature range during the day and night, for that reason, if found inside a home, we recommend opening windows at night for a while to let in fresh air .

Humidity. The high humidity is ideal for these plants. As the dry air of homes and a strong heating can be very detrimental for orchids.
To increase humidity can put the pots on damp gravel, place two or three plants together to create a humid microclimate, and spray it with soft water (a plant, not the flowers).

Air. Orchids need a well ventilated area. This way they can cool the temperature down, allows you to renew the oxygen and prevents the possible attack of fungi and bacteria to reduce humidity.
It is recommended to ventilate the room where they are but avoid cold drafts. A soft fan can also be helpful.
Try to maintain a balance between ventilation and moisture they need, although this can sometimes get a little complicated.

Water. The frequency of watering depends heavily on the chosen species, humidity and ambient temperature, if the pot is of clay or plastic, etc..
Orchids better support the lack of abundant irrigation water, so when in doubt, better watering slightly. Always check that the drainage work properly because the abundant water rots the roots. Water these plants prefer the rain, so they are often advised to gather the water when it rains and then use it to water the plants. To give you more time, it can be mixed with tap water.

Compost. In nurseries sell fertilizers specially formulated for orchids. Although very good effect also produce fertilizers for houseplants but at half the dose listed on packaging.
These plants require little fertilizer, excess minerals and vitamins can kill you