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Cutting of orchid

Mike Ehrmantraut
2020-09-15 09:04:29
White orchid cutting is generally selected in the spring and autumn two growth seasons, the probability of success will increase. The loose humus soil can be used, and should be disinfected before use. Choose the branches that are healthy and free of pests, and cut off the leaves at the lower end. Put some basic fertilizer into the soil, insert a hole, and insert the branches into the soil. The cuttings can be watered after success. One-time watering needs to be fully watered, about 30 days can take root.

I. time

Although white orchid is not often propagated by cutting, but cutting can survive, but rooting is not easy, so time selection is very important, generally in spring and autumn two growth seasons, the climate of these two seasons is relatively suitable, and the probability of cutting success will increase. The rest of the season will survive, but the odds will be lower.

White Orchid

II. Soil

Choosing suitable soil is also an important step in cutting. Loose humus soil is available, with good permeability and drainage, which is conducive to the later rooting growth and also can accelerate the rooting speed. When the soil is ready, it can't be used directly. It needs to be disinfected first to avoid the bacteria in it from infecting the white orchid. The sand can be spread flat in the hot sun, can also be placed in the pot for stir fry, can play a role in disinfection and sterilization.

White Orchid

III. cuttings

The selection of cuttings is also an important step. It is necessary to select the branches with strong growth and no pests, so that the survival rate of cuttings will be higher. The leaves at the lower end of the cuttings should be cut off, and only the upper leaves should be kept.

IV. cutting

Put some basic fertilizer into the soil, and then insert a hole in the soil to insert the branches into the soil. Cutting can be watered after success, one-time watering needs to be fully watered, there must be no water. Put it in a well ventilated place and it will take about 30 days to take root.

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