What are the cultivation characteristics of Jiuzi Cymbidium?
Jiuzi Cymbidium has large flowers and rich, bright colors, and is deeply loved by flower enthusiasts. Jiuzi Cymbidium is even the finest among Cymbidium varieties. Let's take a look together!
How to grow Jiuzi Cymbidium
Jiuzi Cymbidium can adapt relatively well to low temperatures; 10 to 30 degrees is basically no problem. Above 30 degrees, it is best to use ventilation, humidity and shading to manage and reduce damage. In summer, autumn and the rainy season, the daytime temperature should not be higher than 30 degrees. Once the temperature exceeds 30 degrees, air circulation must be increased to lower the leaf surface temperature, and there must also be an obvious day-night temperature difference to stimulate its flower bud differentiation. At night it should not be higher than 14 degrees, 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 degrees, so do not place it outdoors.
After the surface of the potting soil dries, water thoroughly, watering all the way through 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 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; 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 little solid fertilizer is enough. Do not apply in winter.
Good ventilation is necessary to ensure the normal growth of Cymbidium. For indoor cultivation, open windows as much as possible to ensure air circulation. In high temperatures or closed environments, try to use an electric fan to increase air circulation.
Jiuzi Cymbidium likes light. From the end of October through the entire winter, it can receive direct sunlight. In spring it needs 30% shading, and in summer it also needs 30% to 40% shading. 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 Jiuzi Cymbidium:
Many people want to know how much a pot of Jiuzi Cymbidium costs. Speaking of the price of Cymbidium, according to people familiar with the matter, for high-quality Cymbidium 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; low-end products are below 100 yuan. Depending on the growth stage of Cymbidium, the selling price also varies: those with flowers are the most expensive, followed by flower buds, and small seedlings are the cheapest. Most domestic Jiuzi Cymbidium is shipped directly from South Korea and the Netherlands, which makes the selling price very expensive. The price per pot depends on the flower's quality and other aspects, generally around 150,000, and better ones over 200,000, which can be said to be a luxury among flowers, so these beautiful flowers rarely enter ordinary citizens' homes and ordinary enterprises and institutions.
Precautions for growing Jiuzi Cymbidium:
1. Although Jiuzi Cymbidium is relatively cold-tolerant, it cannot withstand lower temperature conditions. 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 clean water close to room temperature is sufficient. Do not water with fertilizer during the flowering period. Apply fertilizer after the flowering period ends, otherwise the flowering period will be shortened, and improper fertilizer use can also cause fertilizer damage.
3. Jiuzi Cymbidium is afraid of direct strong light; generally scattered light is best. Too weak light will also cause poor growth and some diseases. Generally, indoor appreciation determines the flower's placement based on the indoor location, but at this time you should also pay attention to whether the flower adapts to the small environment of this position.
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