I would like our indoor flowers, including the sissy-orchid, to delight us with their abundant and long flowering, as well as a healthy look.
Phalaenopsis are indoor flowers that need careful care. In order for the plant to bloom for a long time, its foliage remains saturated green, you need to use a drug like Appin.
And yet the tool is able to protect the flower from infection by fungal and bacterial diseases.
What it is?
Epin is a drug that is a natural plant stimulant.obtained by artificial means. Its action is aimed at enhancing the protective functions of phalaenopsis by increasing immunity.
Composition
The drug is based on epibrassinolide. It is absolutely safe for the plant, despite the fact that it is an artificial substance. Appin is rational to use for a plant to cope with many diseases.
You can also use the tool to activate the processes in order to “wake up” the flower for active growth and flowering.
Release form
Epin is produced in 0.25 ml ampoules. In one package there are 4 ampoules.
What is it needed for?
With the help of Appin the following results can be achieved:
- stimulation of flower rejuvenation;
- increase the rate of formation and blooming of buds;
- fast rooting of shoots;
- reducing the concentration of nitrate elements and other harmful substances;
- stimulation of growth and development of the orchid root system;
- development of immunity to diseases, pests and stress.
Epin is a kind of dietary supplement, only for the plant. It supports forces, but it cannot replace the main feed, or rather, fertilizer and watering.
Advantages and disadvantages
As for the benefits of Appin, they were discussed above, but the drawback of the drug is that it can not only help, but also harm phalaenopsis. It is based on the substance - epibrassinolide, which disintegrates under the influence of sunlight. So it is recommended to carry out the treatment only in the evening.
The next minus of the drug is that it loses its beneficial properties in an alkaline environment, so it is recommended to dilute Epin only with purified or boiled water. In extreme cases, you can add 1-2 drops of any acid to 1-2 liters in water.
How to store?
Epin is a chemical drug, so its need to store in a place where there is no access for children and animals. It is best to use a box that will lock the lock. Choose a dark place to store the drug so that direct sunlight does not penetrate there. The maximum shelf life of Appin is 3 years from the date of production.
Since the dosage of the drug used is very small, after opening the ampoule its contents should be placed in a medical syringe. After the procedure, the ampoule should be thrown away, and the syringe should be emptied as needed. You can store it in a cool place or in polyethylene.
What is different from other feedings?
Other means, compared with Appina, stimulate the growth of orchids, regardless of whether she has the strength to do so. Sometimes it happens that after making other dressings the flower starts to grow quickly and then dies. The reason is that the flower spends all its strength on growth.
Action Epin completely the opposite. is he promotes the development of nutrients that will further help the flower grow. Thus, the phalaenopsis will initially accumulate forces inside, and only after a certain period of time will the effect of Appin be noticeable.
Safety rules when using
When processing orchids epin need to observe the following rules:
- Do not combine the drug with food.
- When treating the plant, wear gloves on the hands and a mask on the face.
- After the procedure, wash your hands and face with soap and running water.
- Rinse the mouth with clean water.
- Near the place where the drug is stored, you can not make a fire.
- To process a plant early in the morning or in the evening, but not in the afternoon.
Where and for how much can be purchased?
And although Appin is considered a powerful and effective drug, it is inexpensive. Sorting means occurs in packaging, in which several ampoules. The minimum cost of Appin is 13 rubles (0.5 ml), and for 1 l of the drug will have to pay 5,000 rubles.
Step-by-step instructions for use
How to choose the dosage To prepare the working solution, you must combine 5 liters of water and 1 ampoule of the product. Dosage can be found on the packaging of the drug.
How to breed?
For cooking means you need to use only boiled water, or add to it 2 drops of acid.
How to apply the finished solution?
When the solution is ready, it is necessary to lower the flowerpots with phalaenopsis. If for some reason the orchid was not removed from the solution in time, then there is nothing terrible in it, since Epin does not bear any harm. Just then you need to rinse the soil under running water and refrain from fertilizing for 3-4 weeks.
It is possible to use Epin's working solution not only for immersing phalaenopsis, but also for treating only the roots. This is done most often during transplantation. You can also moisten a swab in the preparation and go over all the leaves.
Time of processing
Depending on the stage of growth of the plant, the exposure time may be different. On average, the procedure ranges from 10 minutes to 2 hours.
Frequency of the procedure
For frequent use Epin is not suitable. It is recommended to use the drug during the active growth of phalaenopsis, and once again a year a month before the rest begins. It starts around November.
At the request of the grower, you can stimulate the flower during transplantation, and even when it detects pests or signs of disease. Epin does not fight with parasites, but it improves the immunity of the flower for a quick recovery.
Errors during the work with a preparation and fight against consequences
Overdose remains the only misuse of Epin. But it will not cause much harm to phalaenopsis, it will just be necessary to further restrict fertilization to 3-4 weeks.
Are there any contraindications?
The manufacturer did not specify any specific contraindications to the use of Epin for phalaenopsis treatment.
Is it possible to replace something?
The only analogue of Épin is Zircon. This is a biological growth stimulator, which is a phytohormone. Only if you use it in high dosage, the plant can die.
As for Appin, his action is softer. The only thing Epin Zircon loses is in the concentration of the active ingredient. In the first drug, it is smaller, so that the result is not immediately noticeable.
Epin is a popular treatment for phalaenopsis in order to enhance its growth and create lasting immunity.which will allow the flower to fight pests and diseases. Epin is practically harmless to indoor plants, but nevertheless, the process of preparing a solution and its use requires compliance with all the recommendations and rules.
