Growing
orchids at home is a way to bring more color, delicacy, and connection with nature to
projects. However, to ensure that the plants bloom with health and beauty, it is essential to choose the
ideal location for cultivation. Each orchid species has its particularities, but they all share
basic needs for light, humidity, and ventilation.
CASACOR SÃO PAULO 2016. Jardim Suspenso - Andrea Teixeira e Fernanda Negrelli. (Divulgação/CASACOR)
In this guide, we will explore the
best places in the house to cultivate your orchid, considering different types of projects, light incidence, and the
necessary care for the
flowers to last much longer.
How to choose the ideal location for your orchid
Before deciding where to position the plant, it is important to understand the
conditions it needs to develop well.
Lighting
Orchids like light, but in a
indirect way. Projects with
filtered light, such as near windows with
light curtains or covered balconies, are ideal. Direct exposure to sunlight can burn the leaves, while very dark places make flowering difficult.
Temperature and ventilation
Most species adapt well to
mild temperatures, between 18°C and 25°C, with
good air circulation. Avoiding stuffy places or areas with very strong drafts is also important to preserve flowers and leaves.
Controlled humidity
Projects with
moderate humidity favor the development of orchids.
Bathrooms with good ventilation, for example, can be a great choice, as long as they receive enough light.
Reading Room - Tiago Falcão. (Divulgação/CASACOR)
Places in the house that favor the cultivation of orchids
Now that you know what the plant needs, see which are the best spaces in the house to accommodate an orchid.
Near windows with indirect light
Positioning the orchid
near windows facing east or north is one of the safest strategies. These places offer
good lighting, without the risk of direct sunlight during the hottest hours of the day.
On covered balconies or verandas
If your house has a
balcony protected by glass or awning, this can be an excellent space. Contact with
fresh air and natural light benefits the plant. Just be careful with sudden temperature changes and wind.
Varanda das Orquídeas - Katia Carapeba, Sônia Beltrão e Gabriel Beltrão. (CASACOR/CASACOR)
In the bathroom (as long as well lit!)
Bathrooms with
large windows or skylights can be interesting places, thanks to the
natural humidity of the project.
Ventilation must also be ensured to avoid excess humidity, which can harm the roots.
CASACOR Pernambuco 2016. Lavabo Social - Ju Nejaim. O luxo das celebrações conduziu as escolhas da arquiteta, que aplicou um papel de parede aveludado e elegeu o mármore para revestir piso e bancada. Perfumeiros antigos em cristal Baccarat e um vaso de Murano com orquídeas afirmam o requinte. A poltrona em acrílico e a mesa de apoio de Jader Almeida transmitem atualidade e tornam mais receptivo este local de passagem. (CASACOR/CASACOR)
Winter gardens
Indoor projects that receive natural light, like
winter gardens, are perfect for creating a corner for orchids. These spaces usually provide a balance between luminosity and humidity, creating an
ideal microclimate.
Extra care for orchids in indoor projects
Besides choosing the right location, it is important to maintain a
care routine to ensure the good development of the plant.
Watering just right
In general,
one watering per week is sufficient, but it all depends on the temperature and humidity of the project. The substrate should be
slightly moist, never soaked.
Appropriate substrate and drainage
Use a
specific substrate for orchids, with
good drainage. This avoids the accumulation of water in the roots, one of the main factors leading to rotting.
Periodic fertilization
Fertilizing the plant with
specific products for orchids, according to the packaging recommendations, is a way to stimulate new blooms.
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