Orchids are plants that produce beautiful blooms but require pruning once the flowers have fallen off. To improve the overall health of an orchid, you can trim dead stems and roots, or use a repotting method to control unruly growth. The ideal time to prune depends on the type of orchid, its blooming season, and the overall health of the plant.
Orchid pruning is essential for promoting a healthy growth cycle and encouraging future blooms. It should be done after all orchid blooms have fallen and the flowering stem starts to change colors. If you need to trim, repot, or divide your plant, the best time is when the plants have begun active root and new growth. Look for roots that are no longer turgid and appear brown or pale and mushy. Trim them back to the plump, healthy, silvery green portion.
To prune an orchid, wait until it goes into its rest state in the late fall to avoid permanent damage. Use sharp scissors to trim the plant. Orchid leaves generally do not require pruning, but they may turn yellow or wrinkle over time. The best way to cut orchid plants when they are young is to trim the stalk all the way back to 1 inch (2.5 cm.) from the base of the plant.
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