How does single tree breed, can winter cuttage?

Paphiopedilum is mostly terrestrial or epiphytic orchids, although it is a Cymbidium, but the plant does not have pseudobulbs, and the root system is less, so the drought tolerance is relatively poor, generally touch the matrix dry and irrigate thoroughly. Summer high temperature to frequently spray water, shade 70% -80%, spring and autumn need shade 50%, winter can be all day drying, low temperature to move indoor maintenance. During the growth of plants, compound fertilizer water can be applied every other month, and phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be used before flowering.

1. Cutting time

The single tree can be propagated by cutting, generally in the warm season, about May-June, during which the temperature is suitable for mild, very suitable for cutting rooting.The rest of the time can also be cuttings, but the survival rate is poor, summer to block the hot sun cuttings, winter cuttings in the greenhouse, as long as the temperature is appropriate, cuttings can survive and take root.

Single tree

2. Pruning

Select a healthy and robust plant, and cut the top branch from the top, preferably a plump and substantial one, to ensure that there are two stem sections, and cut the cuttings about 8-10 cm.After cutting down, because there is water in the incision, it can not be directly cut, it needs to be slightly dried and then cut.

3. Preparation of Sand Bed

The sand bed used for cutting should be prepared in advance, mainly with yellow sand or perlite as the medium, and sandy loam with good drainage can also be selected, and the permeability must be guaranteed.

Single tree

4. Cutting

After the sand bed is treated, cuttings can be carried out. The branches of the single tree do not need to be inserted too deep, and the cuttings can take root after two or three weeks.After rooting, pots and substrates can be prepared for transplanting into pots, and later cultivation and maintenance management can be done well.