Choose a suitable planting environment, select and prepare planting steps, daily management, harvesting and maintaining Dendrobium candidum, known as one of the "Nine Great Fairy Cultures of China", is becoming more and more popular among people because of its unique medicinal value and ornamental properties. Domestic Dendrobium candidum can not only beautify the home environment, but also bring healthy protection to the family. How to grow Dendrobium candidum at home? This article will give you a detailed introduction to the planting method of domestic Dendrobium candidum. Choosing a suitable planting environment to domesticate Dendrobium candidum has high requirements on the growth environment. The following conditions are necessary: 1. Temperature: The suitable growth temperature for Dendrobium candidum is 18-28℃, avoiding direct sunlight exposure.
2. Humidity: The air humidity should be maintained at 60%-80%. Too high or too low is not conducive to its growth.
3. Light: Scattered light or weak light environment is most suitable for the growth of Dendrobium candidum. Seed selection and preparation 1. Seed selection: When purchasing healthy, pest-free Dendrobium candidum seedlings, it is recommended to choose well-known brands or formal channels.
2. Preparation: Prepare planting substrates, such as peat, perlite, coconut bran, etc., to increase air permeability and water retention. Planting step 1. Substrate preparation: Spread the prepared substrate evenly on the bottom of the planting pot, with a thickness of about 5 cm.
2. Seedling planting: Insert Dendrobium candidum seedlings vertically into the substrate to a depth of about 2-3 cm, maintaining appropriate spacing.
3. Watering: Pour water thoroughly immediately after planting to ensure that the substrate is moist. Daily management 1. Watering: Keep the substrate moist, but avoid standing water. Increase the watering frequency appropriately in summer and reduce watering in winter.
2. Fertilization: Apply special fertilizer for Dendrobium officinale once a month, and be careful not to overapply fertilizer.
3. Air circulation: Maintain indoor air circulation to avoid the occurrence of pests and diseases.
4. Observation and adjustment: Regularly observe the growth status of Dendrobium candidum. If symptoms such as yellowing of leaves and wilting are found, the growth environment should be adjusted in time. Harvest and maintenance 1. Harvest: Dendrobium candidum can generally be harvested 2-3 years after planting, when the leaves are thick and bright in color.
2. Maintenance: After harvest, place Dendrobium candidum in a cool and ventilated place, avoid direct sunlight, and water regularly to keep it moist.
The planting method of domestic Dendrobium officinale is not complicated. As long as the planting environment and daily management are well mastered, it can be easily realized. The cultivation of Dendrobium officinale can not only beautify the home environment, but also bring health and wellness to the family. I hope this article will be useful to you. Help, I wish you success in planting!