Cleaning Orchid Leaves

• myfirstorchid
• 4 years ago
• Categories: humidity, orchid care, Orchid Leaves, watering

How do I clean my orchid leaves?

Washing your orchid leaves, with a gentle solution, will make them very happy!

Orchid leaves need a healthy surface to absorb moisture and to allow them to breath. Often times in our house we have dust, dirt etc., that can build up on our orchid leaves. Washing your orchid leaves removes residue build up such as; hard water residue, fertilizer residue, dust, dirt, mildew, mold and restores their natural luster.

You want to make sure you use a fresh paper towel for each plant just in case one plant may have a disease. Find one that is safe for your house if you have kids and/or pets. I use Wash ME! Natural Leaf Cleaner from www.rePotme.com, which is safe. It has a wonderful fresh citrus aroma – no neem oil. It is “Made with 100% pure RO water, organic natural castile soap, and a pinch of citric acid for old fashioned careful gentle cleaning without chemicals.” shown below

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How to clean your orchid leaves;

1. You simply spray it on.
2. Then you wipe it off with a paper towel.
3. Don't forget to clean the bottom of the leaves as well.

It is so easy and your leaves will be crisp, green and clean!!

Other leave post;

• If your leaves are wilted, slimy or have spots. Click here.
• If your leaves are turning yellow. Click here.
• If your leaves are turning really dark. Click here.

Hope that helps,

Hannah

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