How To Take Care Of A Cutting Of An Orchid Plant?

Orchids are a beautiful plant that require pruning once the flowers fall off. To improve the overall health of your orchid, you can trim dead stems and roots, and select the flowers when they are in bloom. Learning how to prune an orchid is a subtle, strategic, and sublime process that can make the difference between prized and prized.

To care for freshly cut orchids, follow these 12 steps:

1. Clean the vase with soap and water to prevent bacterial growth.
2. Select the flowers when the orchid is in bloom.
3. Keep the planting medium moist but not soggy while the cuttings root. Mist occasionally and re-cover with plastic.
4. In 2-4 months, new leaves and roots should appear.
5. Do minor pruning while the orchid is still in bloom by cutting back any fading flowers to the main branch.
6. If you need to rein in unruly growth, trim back the orchid to fit its spot on your desk, remove leaves, or repot your plant.

The best time to trim, repot, or divide your plant is when the plants have begun active root and new growth. Use sharp pruning shears to cut off the stem at the second eye of the plant.

When pruning, wait for all blooms to fall off the plant before pruning. Trim any brown or yellowed stems down to the level of the soil so new, healthy stems can grow.

Orchids, like animals, are susceptible to viruses, so use a sterile tool to prevent the spread of viruses. Separate the plant into sections with at least 3-4 healthy pseudobulbs using sterilized pruning shears.