Orchids are beautiful indoor plants that require special care when pruning. The step-by-step pruning process involves trimming spikes, removing dead or damaged leaves, and cutting unhealthy roots. To maintain the plant’s health, it is essential to follow these guidelines. If you need to trim back an orchid to fit its spot on your desk, remove leaves, or repot your plant, follow these guidelines.
Midorary pruning can be done while the orchid is still in bloom by cutting back any fading flowers to the main branch. The best time to trim, repot, or divide your plant is when the plants have begun active root and new growth. Carefully cut off the orchid stem a half inch to an inch above the second bract above the orchid’s base.
Orchids should be pruned only once the flowers have died off, usually when temperatures drop in fall. Fading flowers can be nipped off to keep the plant healthy. The best way to prune an orchid is to cut the stem with sharp pruning shears. A good knife or scalpel is usually more suitable for pruning orchids than shears. Disinfect the pruning tool with methylated spirits or boiling to ensure proper care.
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