Orchids are always famous for their original and unusual colors. But the queen among them is blue orchid. Such colors on sale appeared relatively recently and many do not know the real or painted. This article will answer this question.

Blue orchids, which are sold in flower shops, invariably attract attention to the unusual color of their colors. Here, the question of "Blue varieties of orchid painted or real" arises. The answer to this question can disappoint fans of exotic, as such a natural color of the buds of this type of color in nature does not exist.

The fact is that orchids there is no gene that is responsible for the blue color of petals. Therefore, if there is a blue orchid in a flower store, then you know - the plant was painted.

However, you can meet flowers having a blue-lilac color of your buds. In nature, the most approximate color to the blue is found among representatives of the kind of Wanda, which includes about 60 varieties. These plants form flowers whose petals have a lighted shade, diluted with light spots.

Wanda has many hybrid forms, as it perfectly crosses with other varieties. As a result, the unusual coloring of petals is obtained. But buying the blue orchids of the genus Wanda, you need to understand that they are very capricious in terms of care and will have to be tinted with them.

In addition to representatives of the genus Wanda, blue colors form the following types of orchids:

• cattle orchid. If you compare it with the Wanda, then this is a less so-taking plant that will grow at home much easier. Plants form large flowers that are pleasantly smelling and have a different color of their petals;
• orchid phalaenopsis. It is considered the most unpretentious indoor plant. Characteristic formation of small in size of buds. Phalaenopsis does not give a rich blue color, which is characteristic of artificially painted flowers. It will rather see a light bluish tint. There are varieties, whose flowers have a lilac or pink-blue tide.

For cultivation in an apartment or home, phalaenopsis will be suitable for growing all blue varieties. Care at home for it is almost nothing to differ from flowers having another color of petals. Besides simple care and blue buds, the flower almost does not smell. Therefore, it is great for those who are spicy smells are contraindicated.

As a result, it can be concluded that in nature there are no varieties of orchids that would have a rich blue color. But there are representatives of three clans whose buds have the desired shade. However, in terms of departure, they will be somewhat demanding that the remaining representatives. You need to remember this, buying a flower for homemade cultivation or as a gift.

Where did the blue orchids come from

For the first time in the world, the blue orchids of Phalaenopsis varieties were presented at the exhibition tropical plantswhich took place in 2010 in Florida (USA). Such unusual flower I managed to get a "Silver Vase" farm, which is engaged in breeding orchids. Just three months later the Royal Blue Falenopsis appeared (Phalaenopsis Royal Blue). The plant was demonstrated at Floraholland flower competition, which is held annually in Holland. Falenopsis Royal Blue presented the Netherlands nursery "Geest Orchideeën".

Today, manufacturers do not hide the fact that blue orchid is not natural. In such colors after the purchase, the next bloom will occur with white buton.

Plants paint over the patented technology, which is stored in secret. However, the manufacturers of blue orchids note that for giving the blue buds, they put plants in a specially prepared environment. It uses natural components that do not apply any harm to her cooking.

Thus, Phalaenopsis and a different look, painted in blue, are specially derived breeding varieties. Therefore, to the question "There are blue orchids or not in nature" you know the accurate answer. It's just good marketing stroke.

Achievement of Japanese breeders

Despite the fact that several varieties of blue orchids were already bred, breeders continued to work in this direction. After many years of experiments, luck smiled japanese breeders. At the exhibition in Okinawa in 2013, the first orchid varieties of phalaenopsis was presented, which had a truly rich blue tint. To get such a color scientist, the Asian Commelny gene had to introduce a variety of aphrodite into white orchid. The embedded gene was responsible for the blue color of the petals, so the hybrid was able to bloom the buddes of the required shade.

New kind of blue orchid was called "Royal Blue". For a hybrid, blooming in small colors, which in diameter reach 5 cm. It is observed abundant blossom. On one stem can be forged up to 30 flowers.

Such transgenic orchid is an exclusive plant and cannot be found on sale.

How to save a blue miracle

Manufacturers can paint phalaenopsis into blue, but there is no such possibility for an ordinary average man. So to save the acquired room flower, it is necessary to correctly care for it. After all, if care for the blue orchid was insufficient, the buds will start quickly.

It is worth noting that regardless of the efforts of the flower, to get from the flower of the formation of blue inflorescences after the purchase does not work. The fact is that in the absence of periodic tinting, the blue shade will be gradually pale and with time orchid will begin to bloom in white flowers.

The worst outcome will be the death of the plant due to severe stress. To prevent such a situation, you need to know how to care for a blue miracle at home. There are several rules here, the execution of which guarantees the flower health.

After the plant was brought to the house, he can start properly. In this case, attention should be paid to the roots of orchids. If the paint rolled through the injections in the roots, then help this flower will not succeed. If the coloring composition was introduced directly into the bloom, then the chances of salvation remain great.

To reanimate the painted phalaenopsis, it is necessary to cut the stem that is filled with the dye. After that, we carry out the following actions:

• remove the flower of the pot. You need to act neat so as not to damage root system;
• after that, the roots of orchids should be rinsed well in warm water. At this stage it is easy to check every spine for the presence of traces of injections. If the paint went through the roots, then areas with rotting or simply blue places are formed at the site of its introduction;
• all damaged areas should be cut;
• next, sections must be sprinkled with cinnamon or ash. They must be good;
• after that, the plant can be placed in flower pot. It is worth noting that a new substrate should be covered in a pot. It can be purchased in any flower shop.

The substrate in which the flower was before, you need to throw away. It is impossible to use it again, as it contains a large number of Chemically active substances and harmful components.

Such problems arise if the sellers paint the flowers on their own, issuing them for Phalaenopsis Royal Blue. The price of such copies is usually three times higher than on other orchids with a blue colors.

In this case, the risk of the death of the plant after purchase is very large. After all, the technology of staining was not observed, and toxic substances could act in the role of the dye (for example, blue ink from a conventional ballpoint handle). Usually, the dye is introduced into the plant through the injection in the root, stem or flower. Such a procedure leads to a significant weakening of the flower, speaking for it as stress.

Therefore, acquiring in a flower shop blue orchid you need to carefully examine her roots, stems and flowers. If the places of injection of paint will be found, such a plant should not be bought. All the same, it will die very quickly.

Some sellers achieve a blue shade by watering a flower painted in blue water. In this case, the blue shade will receive not only buds, but also roots with leaves. This is though more gentle, but still stressful for the plant. Therefore, it is not necessary at home at home to try to get a blue orchid, watering it with dyes.

Now you know whether in nature there are blue varieties of orchids, as well as as follows at home, to keep such a miracle as long as possible.

Video "Secret of Blue Orchid"

From this video you will learn about whether there are blue orchids in nature.

Blue orchid - an unusual flower. The plant with such a color not so long ago appeared on the shelves of flower shops. But not many know that there is no such variety in nature. What lies the secret of the flower?

Blue Orchid - How the Miracle of Nature appeared

The present miracle of nature was first submitted to the general public in 2011. It happened in America (Florida) at the exhibition of colors.
Falenopsis plant, or differently, butterfly flower, presented Silver Vase. Their flowers differed saturated blue color And it looked quite unusual.
3 months did not pass, as another blue beauty appeared. It happened in the Holland at the annual breeder exhibition. The flower was called the "Royal Blue" phalaenopsis. There was no doubt about who will take prizes in the competition.
But still you need to open a small secret.

The developers did not hide the fact that the color of the plant is not natural, but this technology is still not disclosed. It is only known that the flower is placed in a special environment where his petals begin to darken.

Whether blue orchids are in nature or paint them

Internet spaces Pestry beautiful photos Phalaenopsis with blue petals.

But you have to upset you, there are no blue orchids in nature.

The plant simply does not have a gene that could paint the flower into a similar pigment.

But it's not worth sad before, since:

You can purchase painted phalaenopsis.
Choose another kind of orchids that will have an unusual color.
The second option is the most optimal. An approximate blue color has, for example, the orchid "Wanda". But she has a significant minus: the plant is very whimsally in care. It is necessary to have special skills so that the flower in your house has taken root and began to bloom.
Another option is Cattleya orchid. She is unpretentious in care and at the same time its flowers are very large, the buds are painted in light blue tones.

What is hiding behind the color

If we are talking about a blue orchide with a saturated pigment, you can be confident that the flower was painted. Many sellers do not hide this information at all and openly declare it on labels.
But there are those who carefully holds the reason for the bright coloring of the buds in the secrecy. As a result, acquiring a blue orchid, through one blooming, the gardener discovers that the buds changed the color, became dirty blue, with pink streaks or white. Everything is simple - the dye is washed away, and the orchid acquires its natural shade.

Is italed for flower harmful? Of course, because for this, chemical components are used that weaken the root plant of the plant. It is not surprising that such a phalaenopsis begins to hurt and dry.

Achievement of Japanese breeders

Blue orchid - excellent marketing stroke. An unusual coloring of petals amazing imagination, it seems that you look at something unusual, even cosmic.
That is why Japanese breeders engaged in the development of "real" blue buds, and not tinted. And in 2013, the first results of the labor of scientists were already presented at the exhibition in Okinawa.
Orchid received the name "Royal Blue". Its petals were distinguished by a saturated blue tint, and the flowers themselves were small (up to 5 cm in diameter). But at the same time there were more than 25 pieces on one stem.
How did breeders manage to create such a miracle? As a basis, they took the usual white orchid "Aphrodite". She is unpretentious in care, well multiplies. But the blue pigment was mined from the Asian "Commelines". Such a flower became a real miracle, which invented a person by applying a transgenic technique.

Of course, the plant did not fall on sale. At the moment, this is a real exclusive.

What you need to pay attention to the purchase of orchids

Before making a purchase, be sure to consult from the seller, orchid painted or not. In 98% of cases you will receive a positive answer.
It is necessary to carry out a thorough inspection of the plant.
You should alert small punctures in the field of the root flower root system. In this case, the dye was introduced directly in the roots, which means there is a high probability that the plant will soon perish.
There are cases when traces of injections are noticeable on blooms. Such a plant has a high chance of survival, taking into account the fact that care is properly organized.
There is another way to achieve a blue painting of petals - watering a plant with a special pigment. Many use silk for these purposes. But in this case, the stalks and the leaves of the plant acquire a blue color. How does the plant behave, it is not known.

How to care for flower at home

Careful for blue orchids as simple as other types of this plant:

1. Watering. It is better to carry out it regularly. But make sure that the soil is not overwhelmed. It is not worth spraying the leaves, in this case moisture accumulates, which is destructive for leaves.
2. feeding. So that the plant blooms well, it needs to fertilize once a month. Mixes are desirable to acquire in specialized stores.
3. Microclimate. Orchids do not like direct sunlight. Ideally, they must be scattered. Optimal day air temperature +25 degrees, at night + 16 degrees. There should be no drafts, in the level of humidity should not exceed 40%.
4. Transplantation. Immediately after buying, touch the flower, trying to transplant it, no need. It will be a huge stress for the plant. It is better to do it in a year when the orchid is strengthened.

1. Pliers. A web appears on the plant, the leaves begin to shrust, dry, fall. You can get rid of the insect with the help of ordinary soap solution or diluted ethyl alcohol. In garden stores you can purchase a spraying agent, for example, "phytodeterm".
2. Cherver. The creature is petty, resembles a white worm. The funds of "Biotrin", Mospilan helps to get rid of it.
3. Rota. On the stems and in the root area, small brown spots appear, similar to growths. Over time, it is in these places that the plant begins to dry. The reason is incorrectly organized watering and increased humidity in room. Correct actions: Rinse the root system of the flower, get rid of the affected areas, replace the substrate and ensure the right microclimate indoor.
Blue Orchid - beautiful flower. But this shade is achieved by a real barbarian way, introducing a pigment to the root plant in the root system. This causes the stress orchid and in most cases it begins to hurt and dies.

One of the visitor to our forum (Anna) asked us by the Council: ""

Surely many of you have already seen such a miracle in stores. Other messages in the subject show that every second "Miracle" buyer subsequently feels deceived.

And since there are many myths, rumors and legends around the blue orchid, we decided to help you understand this issue. And you already accept the decision, buy or not buy.

And the phalaenopsis is white!

Like in a fairy tale about the naked king.

These flowers and the truth looks wizzy, just the eye does not tear off!

But everyone who bought phalaenopsis with blue flowersThe next year after the shop blossom brought flowers or white with blossomed divorces (where the paint has not yet sued), or purely white.

For those who are not familiar with orchids, it became a big disappointment, because at first they thought it was natural blue.

Yes, unfortunately, all the blue phalaenopsis sold in stores and even at most exhibitions is some standard varieties with white, but painted flowers ...

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Some stores do not even hide it and write on a plate under the price tag that it is not natural and orchid blooms with blue colors only 1 time. This is at least honest in relation to customers.

However, not all those honest. There are many such sellers who give out painted phalaenopsis for supposedly very rare natural View And they fight for him Stidrogoga. And they call it - Phalaenopsis Royal Blue, which can be translated as the royal blue phalaenopsis.

But in DNA of natural phalanopsis, it is simply no gene that gives blue pigment. Therefore, if you are convinced that this kind of orchid is clean water Cheating.

Although Phalaenopsis Royal Blue really exists, but it is not a natural look, and not even a hybrid. In the list of officially registered hybrids, you will not find such a name. And what is it - learn below ...

Who created the world's first blue phalaenopsis?

We have referred to only two manufacturers of such phalaenopsis. Perhaps they are much more, but these two can be said, pioneer.

The first of these "Silver Vase" is a farm for the cultivation of orchids and bromeliene, founded in 1988 in South Florida. In January 2011, at the industrial exhibition of tropical plants in the resort town of Fort Lauderdale (in Florida, America), they presented the world Phalaenopsis Blue Mystique - the world's first blue phalaenopsis.

The first in the world - at least it is so written on their website http://silvervase.com/about-us/. Here he is Handsome:

The second manufacturer is a Dutch nursery (family company) for the cultivation of the Orchids "Geest Orchideeën" (VG Orchids), located in the provincial town of De Lier in the south of Holland.

In the Netherlands, the Floraholland Floraholland Competition is held annually, which presents the Glass Tulip (glass tulip) award for the best marketing introduction of the year on the flower market.

So, in May 2011 (3 months after Silver Vase, in Florida with his Phalaenopsis Blue Mystique) Dutch kennel "Geest Orchideeën" introduced his Phalaenopsis Royal Blue for the Floraholland contest. And he ranked first in the "Sales Concept" category.

One of the members of the jury called him the best marketing concept of sales and said: "Consumers have this orchid, with a delightful blue tint, will be grip."

What actually happens, as the jury looked into the water. Some desire to buy blue orchid comes to breathtomasses. Straight mystical orchid ...

But in the photo the owner of the kennel "Geest Orchideen" and his medalist Phalaenopsis Royal Blue, and he is just one representative from the whole royal family (about this family just below).

And no, no manufacturer hides that the next flowering of orchid will be white. When selling it is indicated on the label, as well as information about it on their sites.

But who, after all, the first of them is not entirely clear. "Silver Vase" seems to be the first to show the world of her Blue Mystique. However, on the website "Geest Orchideeën" http://www.vgorchids.eu/ru/vg-colours says that they have released painted phalaenopsis on the market in 2009

And they are also patented by the technology of staining, to which they came as a result of long perennial experiments and experiments. Today, orchids, painted by their technology, are sold worldwide: in Europe, USA, Brazil and Japan.

The process of this technology, understandable, is not issued to the general public. Just like the view of the dye. Alone to paint orchids are not recommended, because There is a risk to harm them.

The manufacturers themselves do not even call this process with staining. Here's how it is described: according to the technology of phalaenopsis with white flowers are placed in a specially designed environment in which elements are used. natural originWhat makes this process safe for the plant itself.

By the way, the "Geest Orchideeën" has not one painted orchid, they have a whole collection, or as they call it - the royal family. Here she is:

As you can see, besides Royal Blue (top row in the middle) there are other shades. Maybe they really created this collection since 2009, and the blue turned out to be just the most good tintFor which I received a reward.

Silver Vase also has a collection, but small - from 3-color variations.

So Phalaenopsis Royal Blue, as well as Blue Mystique, is not a natural look, and not a hybrid. "This is marketing, baby!".

And in Europe, the painted orchids are in a completely different way, rather than here. For them, it's just like a disposable beautiful bouquet. Buying they know that blue will then disappear. And very many after it happens, or throw a plant, or resell your already white phalaenopsis on eBay.

Not all that Phalaenopsis Royal Blue, that blue!

About the popularity of blue orchids are already all heard. And, as you know, demand gives rise to a sentence. Some sellers crafts are not purchased for the sale of orchids, painted precisely on this exclusive technology, and go cheaper and easy way - they themselves are taken for staining. And this most often leads to the deplorable results - the plant is dying.

If you look at the work of such craftsmen, you can understand what is being done just barbaric. Any color of blue is taken, often it is ordinary ink, and the syringe is injected into the stem, or roots, or in a bloomer.

Those who get a dam in a blooming, usually survive, but then some time to hurt. But those whom thicker in stem or roots often simply suffocate from the paint and die.

So, if you notice that Falenopsis has blue not only flowers, but also roots, and leaves, do not advise you to buy it, because Most likely he will perish.

Transgenic blue phalaenopsis from Japan

In February 2013, the 11th Orchid Conference of the Asia-Pacific region was held in Japan on Okinawa Island. Much of attention at this conference is attracted by Masahiro Mii from the University of Chiba with its report "Genetic Transformation of Orchids and Production of Transgenic Blue Phalaenopsis" ("Orchid Genetic Engineering and the creation of a transgenic blue phalaenopsis").

Of course, he presented a real result of long many years of experiments of a group of gene engineers and breeders of the University of Chiba.

This is Phalaenopsis Aphrodite with white flowers, which has been introduced by the "blue" flower gene of Commelina (in popularine-eyed) growing in Asia. Phalenopsis Aphrodite is quite fruit - it can release up to 30 small flowers with a diameter of 5 cm for one blossom. Blue orchids were presented in nominal and peloric form.

However, it is not soon that this product of genetic engineering will be available to conventional flows.

Is it really not true in the nature of blue phalaenopsis?

It is such a bright blue, like painted, no. There are pale blue, blue with a lilac with a white, white with a gray-blue sampling. Such shades are very rare for phalaenopsis. These are mainly species plants with small flowers and primary hybrids based on them.

For example, natural blue forms:

• Phalaenopsis Violacea Coerulea (photo 10)
• Doritis Pulcherrima Coerulea (photo 11)
• Phalaenopsis Equestris Cyanochilus.

And some famous hybrids:

• Doritaenopsis Peter "Blue Sky" (photo 12)
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Pestry and bright flowers always attract attention and allow you to bring in our everyday life. So every hostess wants to get a blue orchid, which is except exotic external view, also meets quite rarely.

The blue orchids in flower shops appeared a few years ago and immediately won the army of fans. But unfortunately, after such a desired purchase, disappointment comes due to the fact that in the next blossom new flowers have a familiar or, you can even say, a classic white color. This is one simple explanation - orchid is painted with a special chemical dye. Sellers place this information with small fonts on the labels, but it usually remains unnoticed. For staining, white orchids are used, which, after processing, give a uniform and rich color.

How did the blue orchids appear?

The world's first phalaenopsis was presented at the international exhibition of tropical plants, which was held in Florida (USA). Such a bold step has taken a farm for growing plants "Silver Vase". The plant caused great interest among the public and just three months after the presentation, at the flower Competition Floraholland in Holland was presented - Phalaenopsis Royal Blue or Royal Blue Phalaenopsis. Dutch nursery "Geest Orchideeën", which presented this miracle Botany won the award in the category "Sales Concept."

It is important to note that manufacturers openly suggest that blue is the result of staining on secret patented technology. Consequently, the next bloom will be white. According to manufacturers, orchid is placed in a special environment from elements of natural origin and it remains unharmed.

Based on this, it can be concluded: Blue Orchid is a good marketing stroke!

Blue Miracle from Japan

Despite the fact that the orchids presented above were only the result of successful staining, the Japanese breeders were still able to create a transgenic blue orchid. It was removed from white phalaenopsis aphrodite, which is distinguished by abundant and long blossom. Scientists managed to implement the gene responsible for blue. In turn, blue was removed from Commelina flower. Unfortunately, such an instance is not available to a wide circle of consumers and not to buy it in the usual flower shop.

What are the blue orchids?

If you are still tuned to buy a blue orchid, then you should pay attention to the following types: Wanda, Cattleya, phalaenopsis.

Orchid Wanda Capripse and requires a special approach. It does not arise difficulties with this flower only in professionals, but an unusual color is worth all the spent forces and time. The demand for this species is growing rapidly and can be purchased in almost every big flower shop.

Orchid Cattlay is less capric. Her large flowers also indulge owners fragrant aroma. Such a plant will no doubt become the main decoration of anyone.

Phalaenopsis is considered the most unpretentious and easy to care. Blue orchid colors will suit Flowers that do not tolerate smells, because the fragrance is practically not felt. It is necessary to understand that all of the above types of orchids have only barely catchy blue and blue shades.

Features of the care of blue orchids

Caring for orchid with blue flowers is no different from the departure of the plant with another color. Temperature mode, illumination, humidity and irrigation frequency depends on what kind of flower belongs to. Difficulties arise only when sellers want to earn, independently paint orchids. As you already guessed, for this they do not use the special technology that we talked before. There are conventional inks, which are injected into the bloom by injection. They are not intended for such use and in their composition have substances that weaken and poison the plant.

If you gave you blue orchid, then carefully inspect the flowers. If it has a hole from the injection, then the plant can still be saved. Injections to the root poison the whole flower, so it is most likely to die, but it is still worth trying to save him. In case the coloring occurred by watering painted with water, then the blue shade should also be on the leaves, and even roots. Also in painting orchid is also not worth it. We persistently recommend not experimenting, because the plant may die.

If you notice that the buds will show off yet without blossoming, the leaves have lost their strength, then it is necessary to act. Coloros with dye need to cut, roots thoroughly rinse under the hot shower, cut slicing places to handle ashes and change the substrate. Only in this way you can save the plant from death. It is only important to remember that the next bloom will be white and there is nothing wrong with that.

The color variety of orchid is impressive, but are there blue orchids? On the shelves shopping centers Falenopsises are very often found. blue color. Unusual coloring attracts attention and fascinates. Do not know such plants seem to be a real miracle of nature. In fact, it is a clever marketing course of the manufacturer.

Unusual color they give special dyes. In the absence of competent care, such plants are most often doomed to slow death from poisoning. So how to keep the blue phalaenopsis?

A little story or how did blue phalanopsis appear?

For the first time, blue orchids were presented in 2011. Their origin is the company from Florida. After only 3 months, the Royal Blue Falenopsis was represented on the Dutch flower competition, which immediately won the award. Already then the jury propheted his great popularity in consumers.

From the very beginning, manufacturers did not hide the fact that the blue color is the result of special staining and that during the subsequent flowering flowers will be white color. Staining technology is patented and is a commercial secret. According to manufacturers, its essence comes down in placing plants in a special environment with conditions very close to natural. With strict observance of this technology, plants are not harmful.

Features of care

Blue phalaenopsis care has some features. For example, immediately after buying a plant needs. If this neglect orchid may die. To reduce negative influence Pytes The plant is recommended to be treated with anti-stress preparations like "Epina". And also should not immediately transplant phalaenopsis into another soil. The transplant is an additional stress that can significantly worsen the state of the plant. Otherwise, blue phalanopsis is standard.

Lighting

For normal development, phalaenopsis requires bright scattered lighting, straight sun rays For him are devastating. The best place To accommodate the orchids of this species are the eastern and Western windows. In winter, plants are preferably free. The optimal duration of the day for them is at least 14 hours. For the organization of lights, you can use ordinary daylight lamps or special phyto.

Humidity and watering

For the full development of phalaenopsis, high humidity of the air is optional, in most cases it is perfectly adapted to the environment surrounding it. For it is necessary to use the pre-resistant water temperature.

Watering is the most convenient to carry out the immersion method. This method avoids an unnecessary bay. With very low air humidity, the plant can be additionally sprayed with warm water, while it is necessary to ensure that the water does not accumulate in the growth point area and did not fall on the flowers.

Temperature mode

The optimal temperature for the cultivation of phalaenopsis 20-25 ° C. IN winterEspecially with insufficient lighting it is desirable to reduce to 16-18 °. But also the plant is desirable to provide a small difference between day and night temperatures. This contributes to the laying and development.

Transfer

Orchid transplantation must be carried out as they grow or destroy the crust in the substrate. This usually happens more often than once every 2-3 years. The transplant is best to implement spring periodAt this moment, the vital forces of the plants are at the peak and the plant is painless tolerate all procedures.

For landing it is necessary to use specialized soil. Landing orchids in ordinary light-tight pots are unacceptable. Photosynthesis processes flow in its roots. During transplantation, the root system is carefully cleaned from the remnants of the old substrate, and also remove all rotten and dead areas. To process the resulting sections, cinnamon or charcoal powder are used.

During the first 2 days after transplantation, the plant is not watered, then watering gradually renew. To accelerate rooting in irrigation water, you can add a couple of drops of "zircon". It effectively removes stress and speeds up growth processes.

What if the blue phalaenopsis begins to die?

If immediately after buying the plant began, and the lower leaves began, it is necessary to urgently take measures to save. For this:

1. Gently cut the bloomon. It has the greatest concentration of poisoning substances.
2. Remove the plant from the pot and thoroughly rinse the roots under the jet of water.
3. Remove all fiddling and blue areas on the roots.
4. Plant orchid in a fresh substrate. Leave the plant in the old soil with dyes can not.

Conclusion

To avoid possible problems, Take the blue orchids only on specialized exhibitions and in profile stores. When buying, pay attention to the color of the leaves and the roots, if they have a blue shade from the acquisition to refuse. Such plants were painted with violation of technology and therefore, most likely perished.