How long does it take for Huilan to root after potting
As a traditional famous flower, Huilan's elegant posture is deeply loved by horticulture enthusiasts. Mastering the correct rooting period and maintenance techniques for potting is the key to cultivating strong plants.
I. Key Factors for Huilan Rooting After Potting
1.1 Best timing for potting
Change pots when the daily temperature is stable at 15-22°C in March-April of spring, as the new buds have strong vitality at this time, combined with 70% environmental humidity, new roots can usually be seen within 20-30 days. In the high-temperature period of summer, the potting time needs to be extended to about 45 days, while in the low-temperature environment of winter, it takes more than 2 months.
1.2 Root development observation indicators
New crystal head roots are semi-transparent, with a diameter of about 2-3mm. It is recommended to gently lift the plant every week to test the soil-holding force. When the matrix compactness significantly increases, it indicates that the new roots have formed a network structure.
II. Professional Potting Operation Guide
2.1 Pre-treatment technical points
Implement progressive water control 7 days before potting: maintain normal watering for the first 1-3 days, reduce water by half for days 4-6, and reduce the water content of the matrix to 30% on the day of potting. Using a bamboo skewer to score along the pot wall ensures zero damage to the roots.
2.2 Standard root repair process
Use pruning shears disinfected with alcohol, retain fleshy roots with a diameter greater than 3mm, and cut off empty and black roots. Apply a mixture of charcoal powder and carbendazim (3:1) to the wound, and let it sit for a duration equal to the root diameter (mm) multiplied by 1 hour.
2.3 Matrix mixing scheme
Recommended formula: pine bark (40%) +植金石 (30%) + volcanic rock (20%) + bamboo charcoal (10%). Particle size gradient setting: bottom layer > 2cm, middle layer 1-2cm, upper layer 0.5-1cm. The new pot diameter should be 3-5cm larger than the original pot.
III. Fine Maintenance Strategy During the Acclimatization Period
3.1 Environmental control parameters
Maintain a light intensity of 3000-5000lux, use a sunshade net to filter strong light. Keep the day-night temperature difference within 8-10°C, with the night temperature not lower than 15°C. Use an ultrasonic humidifier to maintain air humidity at 65%-75%.
3.2 Water and fertilizer management cycle
After the roots are established, enter the dry-wet cycle: keep the matrix surface slightly moist in the first week, and implement the "dry-see-wet" method in the second week. Start applying a 3000-fold diluted Orchid King on the 30th day, once every 10 days, for 3 consecutive times.
Through systematic operations, the survival rate of Huilan potting can be increased to over 95%. It is recommended to record the time nodes and environmental data for each potting, establish a dedicated maintenance file, and gradually master the growth patterns of the plants.