To grow orchids well, you must learn how to divide them; only then will the orchid plants be strong and vigorous and bloom continuously.

After a long period of cultivation, potted orchids will send out many orchid shoots from the base. If they are not divided, it is not conducive to the growth of the orchids. Dividing them at the right time can not only make the orchid plants grow strong and vigorous, with few flowers, but also propagate more orchids. So to grow orchids well, you should divide them at the right time in combination with changing the soil and repotting. So exactly how should orchids be divided? What should be noted when dividing orchids? Let's take a look below.

1. One-year-old orchid seedlings cannot be divided. Forcing division creates large wounds that are prone to infection by pathogens, and the pseudobulbs are very tender, with a low degree of hardening of the epidermis, and a weak ability to adapt to a new environment, which will make the divided seedlings difficult to survive. 2. When dividing, first look at the condition of the orchid plant. It is best to have old, middle-aged, and young connected seedlings, and when dividing, a clump of 5 seedlings is optimal. In this way, the orchid plants have strong adaptability, will quickly return to a vigorous state, and will not lose seedlings. This requirement should especially be followed for some precious orchids.

3. When dividing orchids, one principle must also be followed, that is, to consider the condition of the roots. If there are many orchid roots, they can be divided; if there are few orchid roots, be cautious. When dividing, it must be ensured that all the divided orchid plants have roots. 4. Sometimes when dividing, you may encounter situations such as sprouting shoots or flower buds. When this happens, be sure to operate carefully when dividing, and do not damage the shoots or flower buds.

5. After division, the rotten roots will have wounds, which are easily contaminated and lead to disease. Therefore, after division, wheat flour or plant ash can be applied to the wounds to let them harden, seal, and heal as quickly as possible. 6. After division, the orchids need to be transplanted into loose, breathable, and fertile growing medium. Note that after planting, it is not suitable to water immediately. Wait two or three days before watering thoroughly, because watering immediately after transplanting makes the wounds difficult to heal and prone to infection by pathogens.