Orchids are beautiful plants that require pruning once the flowers have fallen off. To improve the overall health of an orchid, trim dead stems and roots, and trim the stalk all the way back to 1 inch (2.5 cm.) from the base. This will lead to stronger roots, bigger leaves, and larger plants. If you need to rein in unruly growth, trim back the orchid to fit its spot on your desk, remove leaves, or repot your plant.
The step-by-step pruning process for orchids involves trimming spikes, removing dead or damaged leaves, and cutting unhealthy roots. Use sterilized, sharp tools for clean cuts. Caring for an orchid after pruning involves waiting for all blooms to fall off the plant, trimming any brown or yellowed stems down to the level of the soil, and carefully cutting 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. Never cut off an orchid leaf only partially, as the large cut surface acts as an entry point for pests. Pluck yellow leaves and prune the orchid after the blooms have faded and dropped to avoid damaging it.
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