Content
- Erdorchidee and scissors rarely meet - so cut correctly
- Cleaning in the middle of the season - this is how it works without a cut
- Cut and winter protection go hand in hand
- Tips
During the flowering time, earth orchids should not touch their fingers
Erdorchidee and scissors rarely meet - so cut correctly
In the round of the care measures the cut of Erdorchideen plays a subordinate role. Nevertheless, the terrestrial orchids can not manage without using the scissors completely. This guide explains how to cut shrubs and other garden orchids.
Cleaning in the middle of the season - this is how it works without a cut
During the flowering and growing season, all orchid species do not want to be bothered with scissors. Erdorchideen are no exception in this respect. The noble plants get rid of their own withered flowers and dead leaves. It is only allowed to help a little with your fingers. If a withered flower just does not want to fall to the ground, pluck it off. If a withered leaf gives way to slight drag, the garden orchid agrees that you unscrew it.
Cut and winter protection go hand in hand
Erdorchideen receive their pruning only in the context of the preparations for the winter season. This applies both to the outdoor area and to the windowsill. How to do it right:
Under the earth's surface, earth orchids have already planted the shoots and buds for the next season. To preserve this precious commodity from frost and snow, after the pruning, please spread a mulch layer of beech or oak leaves, fixed with needle twigs. Erdorchideen in the pot settle after the cut in a not too dark, frost-free winter quarters.
Tips
The stunning female slipper orchids (Cypripedium) in the field, multiply by dividing extra gently, without cutting. For this purpose, dig out the horst in autumn and clean it thoroughly with a stream of water. Use both hands to bend the root braid back and forth until the individual parts release themselves. Immediately plant the segments in the soil at the new site.