How to breed Cattleya

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Breeding method

Precautions

Temperature: The suitable temperature for Cattleya is 20-30℃, with a daily difference of 5-10℃ being the best; Light: It is more suitable to grow in a semi-shady environment. There is no need for shading in winter, and it can be exposed to a little sunlight; Moisture: Growth Seasonal moisture should be sufficient, but do not water too much; Fertilization: The fertilizer required is relatively small and needs to be fully decomposed. Fertilization should be stopped during the dormant period.

Cultivation methods

Temperature

The suitable growth temperature for Cattleya is 20-30℃. In March of the next year, it changes to 12-24℃. During the day, the suitable growth temperature is 25-30℃. Suitable, preferably 15-20℃ in the middle of the night. The best daily difference is 5-10℃. In order to prevent it from entering a semi-dormant state, the temperature of the greenhouse should be above 10℃ in winter. If the temperature is below 12°C, it needs to be moved indoors as soon as possible. When the temperature exceeds 35°C in summer, it is necessary to create a refreshing environment for it, so that it can maintain a vigorous growth and avoid stems and leaves from rotting.

Light

Cattleya is suitable for growing in a semi-shady environment. Pseudobulbs can easily be burned if the light is too strong and induce other diseases. In other seasons except winter, 50-60% of light should be shaded. There is no need for shading in winter, you can place it in front of a window to get a little sunlight.

Moisture

Cattleya has high air humidity. There should be sufficient water during the growing season, but do not overwater. Especially in winter, when the plants are in a semi-dormant state, watering must be controlled. Otherwise, it will easily lead to root rot and death.

Plant material

The vigorously growing Cattleya plants need to change the plant material every 1-2 years, preferably when the spring buds are just emerging or after the flowers have faded. Divide and repot the plants.

Fertilizer

Cattleya requires relatively little fertilizer, and the required fertilizer must be fully decomposed. When the temperature exceeds 32°C or drops below 15°C, fertilization should be stopped. Fertilization should also be stopped during the flowering and dormant periods to avoid damaging the roots.

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When cultivating Cattleya, do not change the direction of the flower pot at will. If you constantly change its defense line, it will cause the fleshy petioles to shrink due to phototropism. If the leaves become twisted and yellow, it will affect flowering.

Cattleyas raised at home often use the division method for propagation. Generally, plants that grow vigorously should be divided once every three years. The method of dividing the plants is basically the same as that of Chinese orchids. Each new plant after division needs to have at least three pseudobulbs, otherwise it will not bloom or will bloom very little within 2-3 years~

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