Tutorial on Grafting Cactus with Crab Claw Orchid

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1. Grafting time

2. Select branches and stems

3. Handle the cactus

4. Grafting

5. Follow-up maintenance

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Grafting is mostly done in spring or autumn, and should be carried out in the morning on a sunny day. Cut off 2-3 stems and leaves from the plant, and use a sterilized knife to cut the base into a wedge shape. Then cut off the thorns from the upper part of the cactus and make a small slit at the top with a knife. After pulling the knife out, quickly insert the base of the stem into the cut. Then place the pot in a shady location and water when dry. Generally, it takes 15 days to germinate, and then normal maintenance is enough.

1. Grafting time

1. Grafting time

Grafting time is usually in spring or autumn. Spring starts in late March and runs until mid-June. Autumn is only suitable for the month from mid-September to mid-October. And grafting in the morning on a sunny day is more suitable.

2. Select branches and stems

Choose two or three branches of the lower section of the crab claw plant that are not too old, and use a sterilized knife to cut the bottom end of the base leaves into a wedge shape, so that it can be better inserted into the rootstock, and at the same time, the cut area It is also easier to absorb nutrients.

3. Dealing with Cactus

The size of the cactus should be moderate, and the diameter should not be less than 5 cm, otherwise it will be difficult to support the crab claw orchid. Use scissors to cut off the thorns on the top to avoid damaging the stems of the crab claw plant. Then use a sterilized knife to make a cut at the top. It should not be too wide or deep, and do not cut on the edge to avoid deformation of the plant. The knife should remain on the incision and cannot be pulled out immediately.

4. Grafting

After preparing the stem, pull out the knife and quickly insert the stem into the incision of the cactus. All the stems at the base should be inserted into the incision so that they can fit better and avoid detachment.

5. Follow-up maintenance

After grafting is completed, place the potted plants in a cool place. When watering, be careful not to spray on the grafted wound. Generally, in about 15 days, the two will grow together, and then they can be moved to a sunny place. After germination, you can maintain it normally.

2. Select branches and stems

3. Handle the cactus

4. Grafting

5. Follow-up maintenance

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