Step-by-step instructions on how to use zircon for orchids

A little about Zircon

Zircon is a product that has a positive effect not only on the development of roots, but also on the flowering of the crop and its fruiting. This drug helps to withstand the stress that plants experience as a result of transplanting, moving and for a number of other reasons. When used, orchids become more resistant to disease. The plant's defenses increase. It becomes stronger and stronger.

What is Zircon used for? This drug is characterized by a wide spectrum of effects. It is often used when seedlings do not germinate well. This remedy helps it take root. Zircon helps the plant quickly adapt to new conditions. Restores the immunity of indoor crops.

The drug is especially useful if the plant has suffered from powdery mildew, rot, fusarium and other diseases.

What is it used for?

It has a wide spectrum of action. It is used to solve problems that arise with seedlings of annual and perennial plants. It promotes their better rooting. It will be useful to gardeners who grow coniferous plants in their gardens. With its help, they achieve better adaptation, rapid rooting and germination from seeds.

Lovers of indoor flowers have fertilizer on hand, as it increases their resistance to stress and restores immunity after damage by pests from the list below.

1. Powdery mildew.
2. Rot.
3. Fusarium, etc.

Positive and negative sides

The use of Zircon for phalaenopsis orchids has both pros and cons. The positive aspects of using this tool include:

• Reducing the rooting period of plants.
• Stimulation of root formation.
• Positive effect on the flowering process.
• Increasing endurance in orchids. This is especially important when the plant grows in unfavorable conditions and lacks light, heat, and moisture.
• Improving product quality. When using this product, the yield of vegetables increases by 40-60%.
• Reducing the degree of accumulation of heavy metals in fruits.
• Favorable effect on fruit ripening.

Zircon for orchids

Important!!!

This fertilizer has one, but very significant drawback. It causes strong leaf growth in the orchid. Therefore, it is important to observe the dosage and not allow an excess of this drug.

Compatibility with other drugs and fertilizers

Zircon is an environmentally friendly substance; it is compatible and interacts well with other stimulants, growth regulators, pesticides and fertilizers . The manufacturer recommends combining zircon with the Cytovit nutrient solution.

The use of zircon is contraindicated during the plant's dormant period.

Important! You can’t wake up orchids with zircon after hibernation. It is necessary to wait until the plant wakes up on its own, and only then begin to carry out treatments.

The difference between Zircon and Epin

Zircon is a fertilizer, like Epin. Most often it is used to stimulate flowering, root formation and to protect against diseases and pests. Epin increases the immunity of crops to various diseases. It is especially important to use Epin when the flower grows in unfavorable conditions.

An overdose of Zircon is much worse for a plant than an overdose of Epin. Therefore, it should be used often, but little by little.

Preparations for orchids

Zircon is more active in the light, and Epin is destroyed in daylight. Epin culture absorbs and excretes in 14 days, and the drug Zircon - in 18 hours. Epin is consumed faster than Zircon.

The bioregulator Zircon has a greater effect on the roots, and Epin on the leaves. The plant is watered first, and the flower is sprayed second.

What is it used for?

Zircon has an antifungal effect, ensures and activates the formation and development of a strong root system, which is the key to health for the plant, and increases the plant's resistance to adverse environmental conditions. Speeds up the budding process. Stimulates normal plant metabolism. Protects the plant from high temperature and drought.

The drug is quickly absorbed from the surface of the leaves, the stem of the flower, as well as its roots, but inside the flower it moves slowly, while absorption and utilization by the flower occurs within 18 hours, as a result of which the entire plant must be carefully treated with zircon.

In other words, only diligent and complete treatment can help the plant, because the drug moves slowly and disintegrates quickly.

Zircon: composition

Zircon is a herbal medicine. It contains hydroxycinnamic acids and alcohol. This preparation does not contain vitamins or other substances beneficial to plants.

The alcohol component of the biostimulant helps the active substance penetrate the plant faster and gives faster results. Stabilizes metabolism.

The concentration of the active substance is 100 mg/liter.

Attention!!!

Zircon is a dietary supplement for plants. It gives good results when caring for orchids, but cannot replace fertilizer.

Zircon – regulator of root formation, growth and flowering

Zircon (0.1 g/l hydroxycinnamic acids) is a powerful inducer of internal plant defense mechanisms. Hydroxycinnamic acids are phenolic acids that regulate plant energy consumption and are found in leaves and seeds, in particular, of vegetable crops.

The drug itself is made from Echinacea purpurea and is a clear liquid with a yellowish tint and the smell of alcohol. It has a fungicidal effect, directly affecting the phytopathogen . Immunomodulator and root former. Normalizes the plant's metabolism. Protects them from drought.

Zircon is a herbal preparation that is made from Echinacea purpurea.

Safety regulations

Zircon is a bioregulator and is a low-hazard substance. Belongs to class IV danger for humans and warm-blooded animals. This product is completely safe for insects, including bees. It is not phytotoxic. Does not accumulate in the soil, does not pollute water bodies and groundwater.

Despite the fact that Zircon does not pose a danger to human life, caution should be exercised when using it. People work with this drug wearing a mask, special clothing, rubber gloves, goggles and a hat.

Safety precautions when working with Zircon

After the plant is processed, clothes are washed, mouth is rinsed with water, face is washed with soap and shower.

Attention!!!

While processing the plant, you should not eat, drink or smoke.

The solution is prepared in a container that is not used for food consumption. If the drug gets on the skin, wash the area with water. If the biostimulant gets into the eyes, then the eyes should be washed with a solution of baking soda, which is prepared in the following proportion: take one teaspoon of soda per 200 g of water. The eyes are washed with this product over a sink, keeping them open.

The greatest danger is posed by the drug if it enters the stomach. In this case, you should drink a glass of water and provoke your gag reflex. After which you should drink activated carbon, which will prevent intoxication.

Dealing with the consequences

In case of an overdose, the leaves of the plant take on gigantic sizes, but it will be impossible to correct this consequence.

Today, specialized stores are filled with a huge number of different products for feeding and treating plants. To understand this choice of drugs that are suitable for your orchid, we suggest reading articles about such products as Fitoverm, Aktara, Bona Forte, succinic acid, Fitosporin, Cytokinin paste and Agricola. We will also tell you about how to prepare your own fertilizers at home, what types of orchid fertilizers there are and how to use them correctly.

Zircon: instructions for use

How does Zircon help with transplanting and growing orchids? To prevent the plant from suffering greatly during transplantation and transshipment, during which damage to aerial and underground roots often occurs, gardeners dilute 1-2 drops of biostimulant in 0.5 liters of boiled water. This solution is watered under the roots of the plant.

Application of Zircon for orchids

On a note!!!

When sprayed with Zircon, spots may form on the leaves of the orchid, which will be quite difficult to remove in the future. To prevent this from happening, first wipe the leaves with a damp cloth. Wait until the water dries and then spray with biostimulant.

Advantages and disadvantages

Using Epin to treat orchids has the following advantages:

• reduction of rooting time;
• stimulation of the formation of roots and flowers;
• easy tolerance of drought, cold, lack of light and excess moisture;
• reducing the level of accumulation of heavy metals.

After using the drug, flowers grow better, bloom more profusely and feel much better.

The drug has a significant disadvantage - in case of an overdose, the orchid leaves acquire enormous sizes .

Zircon: dosage for orchids

The dosage of Zircon depends on the goal pursued by the grower. For active plant growth, it is enough to dilute 8 of this fertilizer in one liter of water. In order for the orchid to form buds better, take 4 drops of the solution and dissolve them in a liter of water.

Important!!!

The working solution of the biostimulator can be stored for three days. But it is better to use the prepared mixture immediately, since during storage it will partially lose its properties.

In order for the Zircon working solution to retain its qualities during storage, citric acid should be added to it: 0.2 g per 1 liter. If this is not done, then the next day there will be no trace left of its properties and you can safely pour it out.

Precautionary measures

It is extremely important that the water has a slightly acidic reaction - pH = 6.2-6.8 . If the pH value is >7, then it is necessary to acidify the water with a few grains of citric acid or alcoholic table vinegar. Inorganic acids and fruit vinegars should not be used.

In order to determine the pH level, use pH tests or indicator (litmus) paper, which are sold in pharmacies, pet stores (aquarium departments) and on the Internet.

To determine the acidity of water, litmus paper is used.

Overdose is unacceptable , as the effectiveness of the drug decreases and its consumption increases. It is much better to use smaller doses than larger ones. In this case, zircon is absorbed by the plant in just 16-18 hours (considered as daylight hours), repeated treatment can be carried out after 15-20 days.

The working solution is used immediately after preparation. It can be stored for 2 days in a dark place, however, the effectiveness of the drug gradually decreases.

Breeding Zircon?

The biostimulant is diluted according to the instructions and only with boiled water at room temperature. For cuttings of orchids, increasing and restoring immunity and for preventing diseases, take 0.25 ml of the drug (1/4 of an ampoule or 10 drops, which must be measured with a pipette) per 1 liter of water. The cuttings are kept in this solution for 12 hours.

Zircon solution is used to increase the viability of sprouts during picking, which is carried out during seed cultivation. In this case, the drug is diluted in the following proportion: one ampoule per 10 liters of water. If a much smaller volume is required to treat the plant, then the specified amount of the drug is proportionally reduced.

Foliar treatment of orchids

To improve the decorative qualities of orchids, foliar treatment is carried out. It should take place during the growing season of the plant. And stimulates budding, flower growth and root formation. For these purposes, take 10 liters of water per ampoule. An indoor flower is treated with this solution once every 2-3 weeks.

If the orchid is weakened after suffering from an illness, then to increase its immunity, take 1.5 ampoules of Zircon per 10 liters of water. Treatment is carried out once every 10 days until the plant completely recovers and acquires a healthy appearance.

How to use when caring for orchids - purpose, preparation for work, frequency of application

Abundant and spectacular flowering was achieved with the help of “Zircon”
“Zircon” can accompany orchids at all stages of its life:

• During landing (transfer),
• For soaking seeds and picking,
• When watering seedlings or young plants grown from children.
• Foliar treatment of adult plants to stimulate leaf growth and improve flowering.
• Resuscitation after suffering stress during adaptation after transplantation, unfavorable conditions, diseases and pests.

Read more about the timing and regulations for using the product.

For any of the listed purposes, you first need to prepare a working solution; its concentration and method of use depends on the purpose - you can water it or spray it.

Application of the ready-made solution

The biostimulator can be used for both ground and root treatment of the plant. It is quickly absorbed by the culture. It is also quickly distributed throughout all parts of the orchid.

Zircon is produced in ampoules of 1 ml. The substance in the ampoules is highly concentrated and should be diluted correctly, following the instructions clearly. There is no need to overdose.

Before treating with Zircon, the orchid needs to be watered well. The best method of watering for this situation is submersible. A pot with a flower is immersed in a basin of hot water. After this, the plant is treated with Zircon solution. Wait until the excess liquid has completely drained from the pot and put the flower in its place.

Attention!

Zircon can be used in combination with products intended for pest control. There is no need to wait until they are completely destroyed to restore the orchid’s immunity.

What it is?

Zircon is an excellent remedy for plant diseases, developed by. The drug is based on a herbal product:

• Echinacea purpurea, which has a unique supply of beneficial natural elements;
• polysaccharides;
• essential oils (0.15-0.50%);
• hydroxycinnamic acids;
• flavonoids;
• tannins;
• saponins;
• polyamines;
• echinacin;
• equinolone;
• echinacoside;
• organic acids;
• resins;
• phytosterols;
• inulin (up to 6%);
• glucose (7%);
• essential and fatty oils;
• betaine;
• phenolcarboxylic acids.

All parts of the plant contain enzymes, macro- and microelements.

The drug is produced in polypropylene ampoules with a cap of 1 ml for use in the country or indoors, 50 ml for garden plots aimed at selling the product, also in 1000 ml bottles for large farms. 1 ml contains 40 drops of the drug.

The strong effect of Zircon on orchids is greatly enhanced by the alcohol it contains as a preservative. It stabilizes other components, as a result of which the drug quickly penetrates into the structure of the treated flower.

How long do orchid cuttings and seeds last in Zircon?

If an orchid is propagated by cuttings, then take 10-20 drops of this drug per liter of water. The cuttings are placed in this solution for a day.

Soaking cuttings and seeds in Zircon

For seed propagation, a solution of a different concentration is prepared. Take 30-40 drops of biostimulator per 1 liter. Seeds contain this substance for about 8 hours.

Errors in use and elimination of their consequences

The main and fairly common mistake in using Zircon is failure to comply with the recommended dosage of the drug. Its price is disturbances in the development of the orchid, which can lead to its death. The first sign of exceeding the permissible standards for using the product is abnormal growth of orchid leaves, which inhibits budding and flowering of the plant.

It is almost impossible to eliminate the consequences of an overdose, so you should be careful when preparing the working solution, and in cases where it is not possible to accurately measure the amount of the product, it is better to prepare a weaker solution than to lose the plant due to “overfeeding” the stimulant.

Contraindications

Zircon is a real helper for many gardeners. Beginners who do not have sufficient experience in caring for orchids especially like to use it. They use it to improve the growth and development of the plant. Eliminate content flaws. But even novice gardeners should understand that it is impossible to use Zircon frequently (once a week) for an absolutely healthy plant.

To prevent various diseases, it is enough to treat the orchid with Zircon once every 1-1.5 months. This is enough to increase the immunity of indoor crops.

When is use contraindicated?

Zircon is a lifesaver for novice flower growers who, out of ignorance and carelessness, have approached orchid care irresponsibly.

With its help, the consequences of improper care are corrected. Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to water a healthy plant with the solution every week just like that. If you do this, then only for preventive purposes - once every month and a half to strengthen the immune system.

Augustine - Zircon substitute

Another biostimulant that is often used for orchids is Augustine. It is very similar in its effect to Zircon. The drug is produced in tablets that are diluted in water. The package contains 2 tablets of 6 g each. Their cost is 30 rubles. One tablet must be dissolved in 1.5 liters of water and left to dissolve for 12-20 hours. The plant, depending on the purpose of use, is watered with this solution 1-2 times a week.

Augustine biostimulator for orchids

The manufacturer offers us several options for using this drug:

• soaking cuttings and seeds in solution for 12 to 20 hours;
• watering plants;
• spraying;
• watering with the addition of a biostimulator.

The properties of the drug are similar to Zircon. It is a growth regulator and helps the plant to withstand stress. Increases immunity. Stimulates root formation and improves orchid flowering.

Zircon is the fertilizer that both beginning and experienced gardeners like to use when growing orchids. This drug is simply indispensable for restoring immunity and stimulating flower growth. It helps the plant fight diseases and quickly restores the flower's strength after a pest invasion.

Alternative

Another biostimulator for orchids is Augustine. It has an effect similar to Zircon. It is considered a natural growth regulator, immunostimulating and anti-stress drug. Flower growers use it to improve survival rate after transplantation, to activate root formation and promote flowering.

Fertilizers that stimulate the flowering of orchids also include Bona Forte and cytokinin paste.