How to Plant Dendrobium on Logs
In the era of the rise of natural farming, cultivating Dendrobium on logs is highly favored due to its eco-friendliness and strong ornamental value. This wild simulation planting method not only restores the original environment of Dendrobium but also creates a three-dimensional landscape through creative shaping. This article will delve into the fixing techniques and seasonal watering secrets of Dendrobium on logs, helping you easily master this unique cultivation method.
Core Techniques for Cultivating Dendrobium on Logs
Three Steps for Three-Dimensional Fixing
1. Pre-treatment stage: Select pine or cedar logs with a diameter of over 15cm, boil and disinfect with boiling water, then let them air-dry naturally. Screw stainless steel screws into the surface of the log in a spiral pattern, leaving 1/3 of the length exposed, with a spacing of 8-10cm.
2. Root wrapping: Wrap the Dendrobium roots with disinfected moss, keeping the junction of the root and stem exposed. Use a cross method with cotton thread to secure, ensuring a 2cm ventilation gap between the plant and the log surface.
3. Post-care: After new aerial roots grow, release the fixation in two stages: first cut the horizontal ties and keep the vertical support, then remove all constraints after the roots completely adhere to the log.
Scientific Watering Plan for All Seasons
Precise Watering Schedule
How to plant Dendrobium on logs
• Spring Moisture (March-May): Mist every morning, water thoroughly once a week, maintaining 70% moisture in the moss
• Summer Diligence (June-August): Mist twice a day, shade at noon, soak the log for 10 minutes every 5 days
• Autumn Control (September-November): Mist every other day, water every 10 days, add water when moss moisture drops to 40%
• Winter Care (December-February): Water thoroughly once every半个月 at noon, maintain over 50% ambient humidity
Special weather handling: Cover with a waterproof cloth during continuous rainy days, increase ventilation holes at the bottom of the log during the plum rain season, and set up an automatic misting system during high temperatures and dry weather.
Advanced Care Tips
1. Nutrient supplementation: Apply orchid-specific fertilizer at a concentration of 2000 times liquid during the growing season, and add phosphorus and potassium fertilizer during the budding stage.
2. Disease and pest control: Regularly spray neem oil to prevent scale insects, and maintain ventilation to avoid root rot disease.
3. Renovation technique: Add new moss every 2 years, and keep healthy aerial roots when removing old roots.
By mastering the log fixing techniques and seasonal watering rhythm, combined with scientific care management, the survival rate of Dendrobium on logs can reach over 95%. This cultivation method not only saves space but also showcases the natural climbing beauty of Dendrobium. It is recommended to rotate the log direction regularly to ensure even sunlight exposure. We look forward to seeing you create a unique Dendrobium landscape with creative log cultivation!