Crab claw flower breeding method
As a star variety among succulent plants, Crabclaw orchid is favored by horticulture enthusiasts for its unique crab-clawed leaves and gorgeous flowers. Mastering scientific breeding methods can not only extend the viewing period of Crab-claw orchid, but also promote its secondary flowering. This article will systematically explain the professional maintenance system of crab claw lotus (i.e. crab claw flower) from environmental control to daily management. Four elements of basic maintenance precise temperature control Crab claw is a typical temperature-controlled plant. During the growth period, it needs to maintain a constant temperature environment of 25 ° C, and the temperature difference between day and night is controlled within 5 ° C. Special treatment is needed for flowering: the bud stage is reduced to 18℃ to promote flower bud differentiation, and the full flowering stage is maintained at 10-15℃ to prolong the viewing period. In winter heating environment, attention should be paid to avoid heat sources of more than 2 meters to avoid high temperatures and buds. The root management system implements a pot replacement project from March to April every year: use breathable containers such as red pottery pots, and prepare the substrate according to the ratio of perlite: peat soil: pine needles =3:5:2. Reserve 1/3 of the soil when changing pots, cut off the aging roots, and soak them in carbendazim for 15 minutes. A 3cm ceramsite layer needs to be laid at the bottom of the new basin to ensure smooth drainage. The intelligent water and fertilizer plan adopts the "alternating dry and wet" watering method: 5-7 days per time in spring and autumn, 3 days per time in summer (avoiding noon), and 15 days per time in winter. Combine it with potassium dihydrogen phosphate (1:1000) for foliar topdressing every month, and add boron fertilizer during the budding period. The "waterlogging prevention mode" is turned on during the rainy season, and the bottom of the basin is padded with a height of 10cm to enhance ventilation. Light and shadow balance art accepts full sunshine in spring and autumn, and implements "three-stage shading" in summer: direct sunlight before 10 a.m., block 60% from 10-15 o'clock, and scatter light after 15 o'clock. In winter, a fill light is used to fill light for 2 hours a day, and the distance between the lamp and the plant is preferably 40cm. Rotate the flowerpot regularly to ensure uniform light exposure.
Through the four core strategies of precise temperature control, scientific soil allocation, intelligent water and fertilizer and light and shadow control, Crabclaw orchid can achieve annual flowering. Special reminder: Remove residual flowers in time after flowering, retain 2-3 nodes of stem pieces, and apply nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium balanced fertilizers to reserve sufficient nutrients for the next flowering. Master these key skills and let your crab claw lotus bloom all year round.