This orchid treasure that comes only once in ten years: grow jade roots and boost the rich fragrance, not for sale even at a thousand yuan

Old Li loves growing orchids. Ever since he started growing orchids, his home has basically turned into a "toll station." He has peeled tree bark, dug up mountain soil, and gone to the pond to scoop out pond mud. His wife at home also likes to say a few words to him, but every time the orchids bloom and fill the room with fragrance, the happiest ones are still the two of them. Recently, Old Li discovered another "treasure" for growing orchids.

1. A "good treasure" for growing orchids

This thoroughly rotted tree trunk: to others it looks like a piece of waste, but in the eyes of us orchid growers, it is absolutely a treasure for growing orchids, the kind I would not sell even if you paid me. Because this tree is completely rotted, after being exposed to wind and sun for a long time, it becomes the best orchid-growing medium, even better than the granular medium you buy.

2. Thoroughly rotted tree trunks have a "wondrous use"

Beginner orchid enthusiasts may not quite understand, but even this little gardener's eyes light up when seeing it. This thing is better than the humus soil and bark medium on the market. Bark material is too hard, and if it is not fully decomposed, there is also the risk of burning the roots. Moreover, bark medium has insufficient fertility. When we use it, it is best to pair it with a root-strengthening Huadongde organic nutrient solution for the best effect.

3. The "3 treasures" for growing orchids

As for humus soil, it is fine for growing flowers like Chinese roses and kalanchoe, but for growing orchids, it is not so easy to manage. With this naturally thoroughly rotted tree trunk, do not rush. Prepare a little crushed peanut shell and some fine soil. Mix these 3 things together and use them to grow orchids. The orchid roots will not only grow strong, but also grow white. Growing the legendary "jade roots" is no problem either.

4. Although the tree trunk is good, this 1 step cannot be skipped

However, although "rotted wood" is good, you still have to know how to use it to maximize its effect. After bringing it back, we must first boil it in water, then put it out in the blazing sun to clean out insect eggs, ant eggs, and the like before using it. When everyone uses wild materials to grow orchids, this pest-removal step cannot be skipped, otherwise it will only harm the orchids.

With this thing, Old Li was very happy this time, and this little gardener also wants to ask him for a bit. After all, this thing is hard to come by and very rare. Orchid owners, when you grow orchids, do you all have any unique "medium" of your own? Do not be stingy, speak up and share it. Out in the world, you surely have one or two tricks up your sleeve.