One Orchid Made a Baby, the Other Made Flowers — Here Is Why

Both orchids have finished blooming, but I'm going to try something very special with them. I will use two different nutrient formulas to propagate these two orchids. One orchid is expected to produce new cakies, while the other will continue developing new flower spikes. Will these two methods produce two completely different results? Let's follow along and see the results after three months. First, I carefully inspect the dormant nodes on the old flower spikes. I remove the dormant nodes near the tip that can no longer develop or are unsuitable for propagation. Only keep healthy dormant nodes with their outer protective covering intact. Then, I gently remove the unnecessary parts of the flower spike. Next, I carefully use my fingers to peel away the thin protective layer covering each dormant node. Move the dry outer covering around them to expose the dormant nodes. Work very gently to avoid damaging the dormant nodes inside. Next, I use a sharp knife to trim the ends of the flower spikes at an angle, creating a smooth cut surface and minimizing damage. Pair a fresh aloe vera leaf and extract the gel inside. Then, I use a small piece of cotton soaked in aloe vera gel and gently wrap it around each dormant node. I repeat the process for all four selected dormant nodes. The aloe vera gel helps retain moisture around the dormant nodes and prevent them from drying out. Creating favorable conditions for the dormant nodes to remain viable as they develop. Which country are you watching this video from? Please leave a comment below and let me know. It's wonderful that we can connect with each other from all around the world. After finishing, I notice that the cotton is slightly dry, so I spray a little more water to maintain moisture. Next, I check the growing medium in the pot and add more well-aerated medium to replace what has been lost. I choose pine bark to improve aeration and allow better airflow around the root system. Now I begin preparing two separate nutrient formulas for each orchid. First is the soybean formula, an ingredient rich in protein and nutritional compounds. I add three tablespoons of soybeans to a jar, then pour in one half liter of warm water. Soak until the soybeans become soft, making them easier to process in the next step. For the second formula, I use banana peels, an ingredient that contains potassium and several minerals. I cut the banana peels into small pieces and put them into a jar. Next, I add one liter of warm water at approximately 70 degrees Celsius and stir well. Then, I cover it and let it steep until the solution cools down. After soaking for a few hours, once the soybeans have softened, I blend them until smooth to release their contents into the water. Then, I carefully strain the mixture through a sieve, completely removing the solids and keeping the smooth liquid. Add 1 liter of clean water to the solution. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined. For the banana peel formula, I also strain the mixture through a sieve to remove the solids, keeping only the clear liquid. Then, I add 1 half liter of clean water to the filtered banana peel solution. Use a spoon to stir well until the solution is diluted and thoroughly combined. First, I pour the diluted banana peel solution into a clean spray bottle, preparing it for For the first orchid. Then, spray a very light and even mist over the leaf surfaces, paying attention to both the upper and lower sides. Next, I slowly pour a moderate amount of the solution over the surface of the growing medium. Distribute it evenly around the base so the solution gradually seeps down and comes into contact with the roots. Potassium in banana peels is an important mineral that helps regulate water absorption and transport, supporting root activity. For the second orchid, I use the diluted soybean solution. First, I pour the solution into a spray bottle and lightly spray it evenly over the leaf surfaces to provide some additional nutrients, helping the leaves maintain their green color and supporting photosynthesis. Next, I slowly pour a moderate amount of the solution over the growing medium, allowing it to seep down and come into contact with the roots. I make sure to water evenly around the base, avoiding excessive watering that could keep the growing medium wet for too long. After finishing, I use a soft cotton pad to gently dry any remaining water droplets on the leaves. I remove the pieces of cotton wrapped around the dormant nodes to prevent them from retaining moisture for too long. Use a small amount of cinnamon powder to gently dab the cut ends of the flower spikes. Cinnamon powder helps absorb excess moisture from the wound surface, allowing the cuts Cuts to dry faster and reducing the risk of mold growth. After completing all the care steps, I place the orchid that needs to flower in a spot with plenty of bright, indirect light, combined with a little gentle morning sunlight, then spray a very light and even mist over the leaf surfaces, paying attention to both the upper and lower sides, creating favorable conditions for the dormant nodes on the flower to develop and produce new flower spikes. Along with proper lighting, I also maintain suitable temperatures of around 22 to 26 degrees Celsius during the day and 16 to 20 degrees Celsius at night. For the orchid intended to produce cakies, I place it in a location with moderate indirect light, good ventilation, and stable conditions. I avoid direct sunlight and excessively high temperatures to protect the developing young shoots. After about two months of care and observation, I was finally able to see some very exciting changes. First, the orchid treated with the banana peel solution has produced several new flower spikes from the dormant nodes on its old flower spike. The new shoots are growing longer with strong, healthy stems and a vibrant green color, showing very positive signs of growth and development. As for the orchid treated with the soybean solution, the results were quite different. A new keiki has emerged from a dormant node and is growing quite vigorously. In particular, the keikis roots are also growing longer and becoming stronger. After three months, the two orchids have shown two different growth patterns, just as I intended in my initial experiment. This has been a very interesting experience, allowing me to observe the two orchids developing in two different ways. Every change brings me more joy and valuable experience in caring for my orchids. I hope this experiment will give you a useful idea for caring for and propagating your own orchids at home. 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