Detailed Explanation of Basic Knowledge on Dendrobium officinale Cultivation
For prospective customers interested in cultivating Dendrobium officinale, from on-site inspection to making the decision to start growing, there is an initial preparation process in between. Although the preparation process may seem minor or major, it is the key to whether cultivation can achieve good returns.
To properly prepare for Dendrobium officinale cultivation and master the basic "entry-level" knowledge, customers can start from the following aspects:
First, understand the local climate
No matter which type of Dendrobium is being cultivated, before selecting a site for planting, one must first fully understand the local climate. Taking wild-simulated Dendrobium officinale as an example, it is mostly distributed on semi-shady, moist rocks in mountainous areas at altitudes of nearly 1,000 m. It can tolerate a certain degree of low temperature and has relatively stringent requirements for growing temperature, humidity, light intensity and ventilation conditions. Although artificial cultivation of Dendrobium officinale has now achieved wild-simulated cultivation techniques, Dendrobium officinale is still relatively "picky" about growing climate conditions. Only by fully understanding the local climate and overcoming obstacles from environmental factors can Dendrobium officinale be ensured to "healthily" undergo training in a suitable natural environment, and can its pure quality after growing to maturity be guaranteed.
Therefore, in terms of climate, the area for Dendrobium officinale cultivation should be chosen in an environment with sufficient light, good ventilation, high air quality and no pollution.
Second, choose the planting plot
If the plot for Dendrobium officinale cultivation is prone to water accumulation, it will cause the Dendrobium seedlings to develop root rot due to waterlogging, affecting the organic growth of the Dendrobium; if the terrain is too rugged and uneven, it will reduce the efficiency of large-scale and high-yield Dendrobium officinale production. Therefore, when selecting a planting plot, attention should be paid to choosing an area that is relatively open on all sides, relatively flat in terrain, and has a good nearby water source supply. A sunny, well-ventilated gentle slope is a relatively good choice.
Third, adopt a planting model suited to local conditions
There are many planting models for Dendrobium. Different planting models have different advantages and disadvantages. Which model to choose for planting should be decided according to local realities and adapted to local conditions. For example, if greenhouse cultivation is used, temperature, humidity and light intensity are easy to control, and adaptability is relatively strong; raised-bed cultivation off the ground facilitates ventilation, air permeability and drainage, and is suitable for the high-temperature, high-humidity south; the advantage of greenhouse ground cultivation lies in keeping warm in winter and cooling in summer, but its disadvantage is poor ventilation; simple shade-net shed cultivation has relatively high requirements for the local climate and environment, and one may choose suitable hillside land or flatland fields in dam areas for planting, etc.
Choosing a planting model suited to local conditions is the first "investment" in a bountiful Dendrobium officinale harvest.
Fourth, configuration and preparation
On the premise that the above aspects are all well prepared, necessary equipment also needs to be configured to ensure the effective growth of Dendrobium officinale throughout its entire growth cycle.
In combination with the actual situation of the [Dendrobium officinale] ③ cultivation base, customers should reasonably divide the various blocks of the cultivation base, such as arranging greenhouses, roads and drainage systems, and ensuring that ditches are complete and interconnected to facilitate drainage. In terms of specific configuration, on the one hand, micro (sprinkler or drip) irrigation facilities should be built to ensure that the soil and air of the cultivation base have suitable humidity; on the other hand, considering the light intensity of the cultivation base, a shed frame can be set up, and shade nets or plastic film plus shade nets can be covered on the shed. Movable skirt film should be covered around the shed and manually adjusted according to different seasons and different growth stages of Dendrobium officinale. In addition, inside artificially cultivated greenhouses, devices and facilities such as thermometers, relative hygrometers and illuminance meters should be reasonably configured, and observation records should be kept.