In the early years, through a chance experience, I deeply experienced the amazing effect of orchid roots in promoting their growth and development. This discovery not only subverted my traditional understanding of orchid conservation, but also made me realize that moderate root drying as a scientific maintenance method can significantly activate the growth potential of orchids and promote the flourishing growth of roots and new seedlings. Here, I'm going to share this interesting discovery with you and explore the science behind the drying of orchid roots.
When I was working on a batch of shallots, I accidentally forgot the cut onion roots on the flowers and plants outside. After several days of sun and wind, I almost forgot that they existed, until one day when I was watering other vegetables, I suddenly found those green onion roots that seemed to have been "dried". Out of curiosity, I quickly planted them in the soil, not holding out much hope. Surprisingly, however, the next day the green onion roots showed their tenacious vitality, and the new leaves germinated quickly, and in just half a month, the new leaves had grown to about 10 centimeters tall, lush and verdant. This scene not only made me marvel at the vitality of shallots, but also inspired me to think deeply about the role of sunlight in drying roots.
Recalling his first experience in orchid farming, he once bought three seedlings of spring orchids that seemed to be dying. The leaves were yellowed and the roots were bare due to the long haul, but out of the cherishing of new life, I carefully implanted them in the orchid substrate and placed them on the outdoor trellises. Surprisingly, these seemingly fragile orchids are not only gradually regaining their vitality, but also producing a large number of new seedlings every year. At that time, I didn't pay much attention to this phenomenon until I read Mr. Xu Dongsheng's experience - "Moderate drying of roots will promote the growth of hair roots, but in the process of drying, it is necessary to prevent dehydration of leaves, and use foliar water spraying to shade and keep fresh." These words were like a ray of light that illuminated the doubts in my heart.
Combining my own practical experience with Mr. Xu Dongsheng's theory, I began to realize that the drying of orchid roots may be the key to activating its growth potential. The right amount of ultraviolet and infrared rays in sunlight can penetrate the surface of the soil and have a positive effect on the roots and pseudobulbs of orchids. These rays not only promote cell division and accelerate metabolism, but also enhance the orchid's resistance to stress, making it better able to adapt to environmental changes.
However, drying the roots is not simply about exposing the orchid to the sun, it's all about moderation. Excessive sun exposure can lead to dehydration of the leaves and even burn the roots, so it is necessary to do a good job of moisturizing and shading the leaves while drying the roots. The foliar spraying and shading and preservation mentioned by Mr. Xu Dongsheng are precisely to prevent the leaves from being damaged due to water loss and to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the root-drying process.
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In order to further verify the effect of drying the roots, I started to implement this method on my own orchids. I picked a few pots of orchids that were growing averagely, gently removed them from the pots, and let the roots get a moderate amount of sunlight, while spraying the leaves with water every morning and evening to moisturize and shade them at the right time. After a period of careful care, the roots of these orchids have become thicker, the growth rate of new seedlings has increased significantly, and the leaves have become more green and shiny. What's more, those orchids that had been delayed for a long time finally bloomed into beautiful flowers one day, exuding a faint fragrance, which made me feel deeply relieved and happy.
Through this series of practices and observations, I have deeply realized the science of orchid roots. It not only promotes the growth of orchid roots and seedlings, but also improves the overall health of the orchid, making it more adaptable to different growing environments. Of course, rooting is not an overnight process, and requires patient and careful observation and adjustment to ensure that the orchids can enjoy the sun while maintaining sufficient moisture and suitable shading conditions.
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