How to divide large-leaf orchids into pots so that they can survive easily

When is the best time to divide the big-leaf orchid?

It is best to divide the large-leaf orchid into pots in an environment with a temperature of 20-25℃, which can usually be done in spring from March to April. The survival rate of the pots is high at this time.

The correct way to divide large-leaf orchids

When the big-leaf orchid is divided into pots, the pot soil should be dry. After the mother plant is turned out, it should be divided into natural plants, and then the dead roots are trimmed, washed with clean water, and placed in a cool place until the root color turns white, and then it can be separated and potted.

How to divide and repot large-leaf orchids

Remove the seedlings : For large-leaf orchids that have grown to the full size of the pot, you should break the pot and take out the orchid seedlings. If the orchid has not yet grown to the full size of the pot, you can pat the pot hard a few times to remove the seedlings.

Wash and dry the roots : It is best to wash the roots of large-leaf orchids with tap water, then spread them out in the sun, cover the orchid leaves, and turn the orchid roots over for two or three hours to facilitate root extraction and division.

Division : Separate the two or three generations of large-leaf orchids, cut off the rotten roots, disinfect with carbendazim, wash and dry them, and then plant them.

Precautions for transplanting large-leaf orchids

If the soil of the large-leaf orchid is very dry and has no moisture, you can water it thoroughly immediately after repotting it, but be sure to wait about 20 days for it to adapt to the pot before watering it normally.

What soil to use: The growth of big-leaf orchids has high requirements for soil. They prefer loam rich in humus, good drainage and water retention. When preparing, you can mix leaf mold, red soil, field soil, sandy soil, etc. to meet its needs and grow more vigorously.

How to deal with wilting: It is normal for the leaves of large-leaf orchids to become soft after being transferred to new pots. This is because the orchid roots are injured during repotting, so the absorption of water is reduced while the evaporation of water from the leaves remains unchanged. Do not expose it to the sun; placing it in a ventilated place indoors will allow it to effectively resume growth.