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The management method of orchid germination period (watering, fertilizing method detailed explanation)

Hank Schrader
2020-11-16 11:23:35
The repotting season of Dendrobium is spring and autumn, when repotting has less impact on its growth. Do not change pots during bud stage, flowering stage and fruiting stage, and do not change pots during seedling recovery period. Before repotting, we should prepare a large flowerpot, add some fertilizer at the bottom of the pot, and put some clean gravel at the bottom of the flowerpot for better drainage.

1. Temperature Management

After the orchid sprouts, the first thing to do is to ensure that it is provided with a warm growing environment.So that its buds can grow smoothly.Specifically, it is recommended to control the temperature at about 20 C, not too high, more than 30 C, then the buds will grow very slowly, or even unable to grow.Also do not be too low, if the temperature is lower than 8 C, the buds may be frozen and can not grow smoothly.

2. Lighting Management

Most orchids are shade-loving flowers and do not tolerate strong light exposure.Especially the newly grown buds, the ability to withstand the sun is worse.Therefore, it is best to put it in a semi-shady environment for maintenance, providing only a small amount of light.This will allow it to grow smoothly and not be wilted by the sun.

3. Water Management

When it is in the germination stage, we should do a good job of water management and provide it with appropriate water.Simply put, it is necessary to give water reasonably, not too much water or not for a long time.Because too much water will cause the plant material to accumulate water and damage its root system, and too little water will cause its new shoots to fail to grow.Therefore, it is best to wait for the plant material to dry before watering.The amount of water is well controlled in each watering, and the watering is stopped after the plant material is thoroughly watered.

4. Fertilizer Management

When it is in the germination stage, it can be properly topdressed.Nitrogen should be the main fertilizer, because this fertilizer is very good for the growth of new shoots.The frequency of fertilization should be controlled at 1-2 times per month, not too frequent.Before each fertilization, the fertilizer should be diluted with water in advance.This can avoid the root burning of thick fertilizer.

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