Seed selection and preparation planting method Planting details Maintenance management Harvest and processing Dendrobium officinale is known as one of the "Nine Great Fairy Cultures of China". Its unique medicinal and ornamental value have made it a popular plant on the market in recent years. How to correctly plant Dendrobium officinale to maintain strong vitality during the growth process is a concern of many growers. This article will provide you with a comprehensive analysis of the planting method of Dendrobium officinale, from seed selection to maintenance, to help you easily plant healthy, High-quality Dendrobium officinale. Seed selection and preparation 1. Select excellent varieties: Select healthy and strong growth varieties of Dendrobium officinale, such as 'Dendrobium officinale' and 'Dendrobium purple'.
2. Planting materials: Select fresh, disease-free plants or ramets for planting.
3. Planting environment: Select a place with good ventilation, sunshine and drainage as a planting base. Planting method 1. Individual propagation: Divide the rhizome of a healthy plant into several small sections, each section with one to two bud eyes, then disinfect it and plant it.
2. Cutting propagation: Select strong branches, cut them into small pieces 10-15 cm long, insert them into sand beds or vermiculite, keep them moist, and transplant them after taking root.
3. Planting time: Spring and autumn are the best periods for planting Dendrobium candidum. Planting details 1. Soil selection: Dendrobium candidum likes loose, breathable and well-drained soil, and can be mixed with legus soil, sand, perlite, etc.
2. Planting density: According to the size of the planting area and soil conditions, the planting density is reasonably controlled, and generally 10-15 plants are planted per square meter.
3. Watering management: Keep the soil moist, but avoid standing water. Water 2-3 times a week during the growth period, and increase the number of watering times during high temperatures in summer. Maintenance and management 1. Light: Dendrobium candidum prefers semi-shaded environments, avoids direct sunlight, and requires shade in summer.
2. Temperature: The suitable temperature for growth is 15-28℃. It needs to be kept warm in winter and cooled in summer.
3. Fertilization: Apply compound fertilizer once a month during the growth period to promote plant growth.
4. Pest and insect pest control: Regularly inspect plants and take timely measures when pests and insect pests are discovered, such as pruning diseased branches and spraying pesticides. Harvest and processing 1. Harvest time: Dendrobium candidum can be harvested 2-3 years after planting.
2. Harvest method: Stop watering one month before harvest. After the plants wither, cut off the roots and dry them.
3. Processing method: Grind the dried rhizome into powder, or make it into dendrobium tea, dendrobium wine, etc.
Planting Dendrobium officinale is not difficult. As long as you master the correct planting methods and maintenance skills, you can easily grow high-quality Dendrobium officinale. I hope the detailed analysis in this article will help you. I wish you success in planting!
Note: The content of this article refers to industry reports such as "China Traditional Chinese Medicinal Materials Planting Technical Manual" and "Traditional Chinese Medicinal Materials Planting and Processing", and the data comes from relevant authoritative organizations.