How to grow Australian Dendrobium to make it bloom

Australian Dendrobium Growing Conditions

Australian Dendrobium prefers warm, humid and semi-shady environment. The suitable growth temperature is between 18 and 30℃. It is not cold-resistant. The seedlings are easily frozen below 10℃. It avoids dryness and is afraid of waterlogging. It is not resistant to direct sunlight. It is suitable for planting in loose and fertile substrates. Broken fern roots, sphagnum moss, charcoal chips, broken tiles, perlite, etc. can be used as substrates.

How to grow Australian Dendrobium

The suitable temperature for the growth of Australian Dendrobium is between 25-30℃. It is necessary to take measures to keep warm in winter, provide sufficient light at ordinary times, and provide shade in summer. The ratio of phosphorus and potassium needs to be increased during the flowering period to promote the differentiation of flower buds. When new leaves grow at the top of the plant, stop fertilizing to avoid affecting the quality of flowering.

Watering Australian Dendrobium

If the soil of Australian Dendrobium is completely dry, it needs to be watered. Water it thoroughly at one time until water flows out from the bottom of the pot. Water evaporates quickly in summer, so watering needs to be increased. You can water it in the morning and evening, and spray water around it. The temperature is lower in winter, so try not to water it.

Fertilizing Australian Dendrobium

The principle of applying thin fertilizers frequently for Australian Dendrobium is to start fertilizing in the second year after planting. Use decomposed farmyard manure, which must be diluted with water before use. Do not use raw fertilizers or concentrated fertilizers. Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be added before flowering, and fertilization should be stopped during the dormant period.

Australian Dendrobium Pest and Disease Control

When Australian Dendrobium is diseased, it is necessary to trim the diseased leaves and spray metalaxyl and other pesticides for prevention and control. For yellow spot disease, you can spray chlorothalonil and apply potassium compound fertilizer. When it is harmed by aphids and Philippine shield mosquitoes, it needs to be cleaned manually and sprayed with corresponding pesticides.

How to grow Australian Dendrobium at home

Australian Dendrobium cannot tolerate direct sunlight in summer, so it should be placed in a cool place or shaded when cultivated. It likes to grow at a temperature of 25-30℃. Too high or too low temperature will have a bad effect on the plant. Each time you water it, you should water it thoroughly, and water it when the soil is dry enough. Change the amount of water according to the season.

Precautions for the care of Australian Dendrobium

Australian Dendrobium prefers a semi-shaded environment and cannot tolerate direct sunlight. It needs 60%-70% shading in summer, but needs more sunlight in winter, which can increase its own temperature and help it survive the winter better. If the ambient temperature is below 10 degrees, it is necessary to take measures to keep warm.