The Latest Fertilization Methods for Dendrobium Cultivation

Dendrobium is a very precious traditional Chinese medicinal herb, but there are many species of Dendrobium. According to statistics, there are over a thousand species, yet only a few dozen of them have medicinal value. The cultivation area of Dendrobium has been continuously increasing, but it still cannot meet the market demand, and at the same time many Dendrobium growers also end up failing. Today we will focus on learning about the fertilization methods for Dendrobium cultivation. Let's take a look below.

1. Timing of Topdressing

The timing for topdressing Dendrobium is generally in spring and winter, and it is best to choose the time after the sun sets in the afternoon. This is because when we fertilize, no matter how careful we are, it will cause some damage to the roots of Dendrobium, so by fertilizing at this time, Dendrobium has a certain recovery period, and in this way the absorption is better. At the same time, remember that it is best not to fertilize in summer and autumn. Of course, necessary situations are not excluded, but when fertilization is not absolutely necessary, it is best not to apply it, so as not to affect the normal growth of Dendrobium.

2. Principles of Topdressing

The principle for topdressing Dendrobium is to apply thin fertilizer frequently. That is to say, during the fertilization period, we should control the strength of fertilization, try to keep the concentration lower, and apply fertilizer in multiple rounds. This is much better than applying too much fertilizer all at once. Although it is said to apply thin fertilizer frequently, frequent application also needs to have a limit. Generally, fertilizer can only be applied once about every ten days, and do not change fertilizers frequently, so as not to cause discomfort to Dendrobium.

3. Conditions for Topdressing

There are also conditions for topdressing Dendrobium. It does not mean that fertilization can be carried out directly just because it is within the fertilization period. First, we need to grasp the fertilization temperature. Generally, when the temperature at the planting site is between 15 and 30 degrees, fertilization can be carried out, but if the temperature is below 15 degrees or above 30 degrees, it is best not to fertilize. Second, when fertilizing, it is also necessary to observe the growth condition of Dendrobium, and not to fertilize scientifically according to the different growth stages of Dendrobium. For example, in the early growth stage, nitrogen fertilizer is mainly used, while during the flowering stage and bulb stage, potassium fertilizer and phosphorus fertilizer are mainly used.

4. Topdressing Methods

The methods for topdressing Dendrobium are not simple to describe, yet not complicated either. Just remember nine major principles. They are: do not topdress during the dormant period, do not topdress during the flowering period, do not fertilize newly planted Dendrobium, do not apply fertilizer close to the roots, do not apply concentrated fertilizer, do not apply undecomposed farmyard manure, do not apply nitrogen fertilizer alone, do not fertilize diseased or weak plants, and do not fertilize during the budding period. Once you master these nine principles, fertilization becomes simple.

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