What soil is best for growing dendrobium and how to plant it?

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2. Planting methods

It is best to use soil with good air permeability and drainage ability to grow dendrobium. You can use sphagnum moss, peanut shells, moss, sawdust, charcoal, wood blocks, gravel, coconut bark, pine bark, etc. Regardless of the substrate used, it should be sterilized in advance. In addition, when planting dendrobium, you should choose spring and autumn. Cut strong branches first, then disinfect them and plant them into the soil. Spray them with water and pay attention to moisturizing.

1. Soil quality

To cultivate dendrobium, you need to use soil with strong air permeability. It likes a moist soil environment, but there should be no accumulated water in the soil, so the water permeability of the soil should also be good. Substrates that can be used include sphagnum moss, peanut shells, moss, sawdust, charcoal, wood blocks, gravel, coconut bark, pine bark, etc. No matter what kind of substrate is used, disinfection must be done in advance to kill all harmful bacteria contained in it, otherwise dendrobium will be easily attacked by pests and diseases.

2. Planting methods

1 , Time: Choose a good time to plant dendrobium. It is best to plant in spring and autumn. The temperature in winter is low, so it is best not to do it at this time. Make sure the temperature is above 15°C during planting.

2. Branches: Find a relatively strong plant. , cut a section of branches from the top that are free of diseases and insect pests. It should not be too thin and weak, but should grow strong. After cutting, place it in carbendazim or potassium permanganate and soak it for about 5 minutes. The purpose of this is to avoid infection by pests and diseases.

3. Planting: Prepare a suitable planting site. If growing in pots, prepare flower pots. After that, insert the branch into the substrate, press it firmly with soil, spray it with some water, and wait for it to slowly grow roots.

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