How to prune dragon beard orchid

When to prune the dragon beard orchid

The pruning of dragon beard orchid is generally carried out in spring and autumn every year. This is conducive to the continued growth of the plant after pruning, and the cut branches are also more likely to survive at this time.

The pruned branches of the dragon beard orchid can be used for cuttings. The branches need to be cut into 15 cm length as cuttings. 1-2 leaves at the base of the branches also need to be removed, and then directly inserted into a pot filled with culture soil. 3-5 roots will be enough in each pot.

How to prune the branches of the dragon beard orchid

The dragon beard orchid is not like other plants. Pruning does not require too much complexity. Usually, you should prune the bottom branches and leaves more to allow it to grow longer branches, making it more ornamental and having longer branches to support the whole plant. Also pay attention to pruning diseased and weak branches in time to give the whole plant an ornamental shape.

In addition, pruning the dragon beard orchid is actually very simple and does not require too many techniques. You just need to prune some dead leaves and diseased branches at the bottom in time.

Precautions for pruning dragon beard orchid

During the cultivation process of dragon beard orchid, it is often attacked by scale insects and other pests, so you can use chlorine oxide to spray it after each pruning, 2-4 times each time.