How to use cytokinin paste for breeding orchids

For each Novice grower important question of the rapid reproduction of orchids. There are special hormonal drugs that accelerate the formation of new shoots on a flowering stem of an expensive flower. Cytokinin phyto paste has become an indispensable and affordable stimulant for the appearance of orchid processes and flowers.

What it is

Cytokinin paste - It is a modern hormone-based drug based on the active substance called cytokinin.

Phytohormone recognized as the most used means in the cultivation of capricious flowers. The main property is the ability of active influence on the reproduction of cells in plant tissues. Hormone stimulant in a short time awakens dormant buds and stimulates the emergence of new lateral shoots of orchids and the formation of a magnificent crown.With the help of this paste you can multiply orchids of different species.

Impact of paste on orchids

Active phyto composition pasta not only awakens the beginnings, but also forms viable strong shoots at the site of application. The drug accelerates the flowering processes by regulating the metabolism in the stem of the plant. Cytokinin paste when used properly, it helps to revive wilted plants affected by adverse factors: low-temperature conditions, poor soil or an excessive amount of moisture in the ground pot.

After all tried-and-true methods of reviving a faded orchid, the use of the remedy may be the last and decisive chance before the final death of the flower.

Experts recommend be sure to apply the paste if:

• the orchid is in a deplorable state;
• the flower has gone into a long period of hibernation and cannot awaken;
• deformed leaves are noticed.

Awakening the kidneys

Main condition to stimulate the awakening of the kidneys - the presence of the flowering part of the plant. The most favorable period for processing plants can be called with confidence end of february - early March.

Flower growers practice pre-scratching on the disinfected ovary to better stimulate the penetration of the active ingredient of the paste. If necessary, remove the scale for the best effect of the drug treatment.

Formation of a new kidney

First, carefully examine the rudiments on the stem of an adult orchid for further reproduction. Selected dormitory tubercles are prepared for the subsequent procedure by removing the upper flake.

For jewelry accuracy, use one of the proposed sharp objects:

• thin knife;
• surgical scalpel;
• "Gypsy" needle.

The tool pruned dense scales with great care so as not to harm the stem of the peduncle. The remaining parts of the upper scales are removed with ordinary tweezers. As a result, you can see low-color point light green.

Step by step instructions for using the ointment

A small ball of the above-mentioned ointment is applied to the place prepared for the treatment with a wooden or plastic toothpick (the optimal diameter of a pea is 2 mm).

Cytokinin paste for plants distribute the uniform movements, fully lubricating the kidney. For the development of a new peduncle, a minimum amount of funds is applied to the bud to be awakened, for the propagation of a plant, a pea with a diameter of 2.5 mm

First "Awakening" of the buds of the peduncle is expected a week after the procedure. The maximum you need to wait 10 days after the application of hormonal growth stimulant. A baby or a new shoot of a flowering orchid will soon grow out of a crooked tubercle and will delight your home.

Treated peduncle additionally feedso that the children do not exhaust the full supply of nutrients from the "parent" branch. Various nitrogen and potash phosphate preparations are suitable as fertilizers. The result secured by providing an atmosphere of heat and light. Therefore, florists do not recommend growing orchids at the beginning of winter. It is better to postpone the treatment of dormant buds until the end of February or the beginning of March.

Contraindications

Florists do not recommend coat the plant with any external damage or disease. This drug has other limitations, so it is important to know when and how appropriate to use cytokinin paste.

Phytopreparation can cause significant damage to the plant in the following circumstances:

• the orchid branch is affected by pests or “sick” - the active substances in the composition of the product will only accelerate the demise of the flower without a chance to grow healthy sprouts on the source material;
• processing more than three buds on a branch - this is fraught with an insufficient amount of nutrition for new shoots;
• the appearance of two shoots from one processed point - temporarily stop using the ointment and remove one process;
• getting the funds on the leaves and roots in the process of applying phytohormone paste - only kidneys are treated.

Do not use cytokinin hormone paste for young orchids or newly planted sprouts - this is fraught with wilting and dropping the leaves. Children without a developed root system are not ready to survive the stresses imposed on them in excessive growth.

Precautionary measures

Tool store in cool and unavailable for children and pets spot. The best option is a closed top shelf in the fridge. Avoid storing the drug near the window sill radiators, heaters and electric ducts.

Before the procedure It is enough to apply the bottle at room temperature for about 2 hours. The consistency of the orchid ointment will become softer - this will simplify its application with a special object. Before direct application, it is necessary to carefully prepare a bud. don't hurt him. In no case do not paste the roots of an orchid. This will lead to the immediate death of the plant. Also it is impossible to apply expired phytomas.

The complex of procedures for the treatment of flower buds with a cytokinin-based preparation is carried out in special rubber gloved hands. The tool should not fall on the open skin and mucous membranes. After finishing the treatment, wash hands thoroughly.