What are the cultivation methods and precautions for the Jiuzi cymbidium orchid?
The Jiuzi cymbidium orchid has large flowers and rich, vivid colors, and is deeply loved by flower enthusiasts. The Jiuzi cymbidium orchid is the finest among cymbidium varieties. Let's take a look together!
How to grow the Jiuzi cymbidium orchid
The Jiuzi cymbidium orchid is relatively tolerant of low temperatures, and 10 to 30°C is basically no problem. Above 30°C, it is best to use ventilation, humidity and shading to reduce damage. In summer, autumn and the rainy season, the daytime temperature should not be higher than 30°C. Once the temperature exceeds 30°C, air circulation must be increased to lower the leaf surface temperature, and there must also be an obvious day-night temperature difference to stimulate flower bud differentiation. At night it should not be higher than 14°C, otherwise the flower buds cannot differentiate, and even if they do differentiate, they will wither early. In spring, ensure air circulation during the day. Placing it in a cooler environment can extend the flowering period, because outdoor temperatures at night are usually below 10°C, so do not place it outdoors.
After the surface of the potting soil dries, water thoroughly, giving a complete soaking at one time. Usually sprinkle water around the orchid pot to increase air humidity. Unless the environment is especially dry, do not spray water on the leaves, otherwise brown spots will appear on the leaves. During the flowering period and when new shoots have not yet grown, reduce water and just keep the potting soil slightly moist. After new shoots grow, the water requirement increases. Temperature also affects watering accordingly: when the temperature is low, reduce the amount of watering, and when the temperature is high, increase it accordingly. No fertilizer is needed during the flowering period either. During the shoot stage, apply solid fertilizer and liquid fertilizer alternately, but the concentration must be low. Standard liquid fertilizer is generally diluted 1000 times, once every two weeks. A small amount of solid fertilizer is enough. Do not apply in winter.
Good ventilation is necessary to ensure the normal growth of cymbidium orchids. When growing indoors, open windows as much as possible to ensure air circulation. In high temperatures or enclosed environments, use an electric fan as much as possible to increase air circulation.
The Jiuzi cymbidium orchid likes light. From the end of October through the entire winter, it can receive direct sunlight. In spring, shade it 30%, and in summer also shade it 30% to 40%. If grown on a balcony, the balcony should also avoid excessively high temperatures and overly strong sunlight in autumn and winter. Insufficient light is unfavorable for growth.
Price of the Jiuzi cymbidium orchid:
Many people want to know how much a pot of Jiuzi cymbidium orchid costs. Speaking of the price of cymbidium orchids, according to people familiar with the matter, for high-quality cymbidium orchids with more than 4 spikes, the base wholesale price is estimated at 150-200 yuan per pot; mid-range products with 3-4 spikes are 100-150 yuan per pot; and low-end products are below 100 yuan. Depending on the growth stage of the cymbidium orchid, the selling price also varies: those with flowers are the most expensive, followed by flower buds, and small seedlings are the cheapest. Most Jiuzi cymbidium orchids in China are shipped directly from South Korea and the Netherlands, which makes the selling price very expensive. The price per pot depends on factors such as the quality of the flowers, generally around 150,000, and better ones more than 200,000. It can be said to be a luxury among flowers, so these beautiful flowers can hardly enter ordinary citizens' homes and ordinary enterprises and institutions.
Precautions for cultivating the Jiuzi cymbidium orchid:
1. Although the Jiuzi cymbidium orchid is relatively cold-tolerant, it cannot withstand lower temperatures. On the way home after purchase, it may be exposed to cold air, causing damage to the leaves or flowers.
2. It is recommended not to water too much or too frequently. Watering with clear water close to room temperature is sufficient. Do not apply fertilizer water during the flowering period. Apply fertilizer only after the flowering period ends, otherwise the flowering period will be shortened, and improper fertilizer use can also cause fertilizer burn.
3. The Jiuzi cymbidium orchid is afraid of strong direct light. Generally, scattered light is best. Too weak light will also cause poor growth and some diseases. Generally, when appreciating it indoors, the indoor location determines where the flower is placed, but at this time you should also pay attention to whether the flower adapts to the micro-environment of this location.
The above is all the content I have summarized for everyone on the precautions for cultivating the Jiuzi cymbidium orchid. I hope this article can help everyone.