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Still worried about the high cost of buying Phalaenopsis? Master these 3 propagation methods, and you can easily enjoy an abundance of Phalaenopsis!


### Pedicel Germination Method
The laziest propagation method most suitable for beginners, with simple operation and high success rate!

- **Prune the pedicel**: Don’t rush to cut off the entire pedicel after the flowers fade! Keep the complete pedicel, and cut off 1-3 bracts from the top to expose the buds inside.

- **Apply germination promoter**: Buy plant germination promoters like indolebutyric acid online, dip a cotton swab in it, and gently apply it to the buds.

- **Environment management**: Maintain a temperature of 25-28℃, as a warm environment is more conducive to germination; avoid direct sunlight and place it in a spot with scattered light; keep humidity at 60%-80%—you can use a humidifier or place a basin of water next to the flowerpot. Be patient and wait for 2-3 months, and you’ll see lovely new buds sprouting!


### High Bud Propagation Method
Suitable for flower enthusiasts with some experience. Proper operation can yield robust new seedlings!

- **Select nodes**: Observe the base of the plant’s rhizome, choose the 1st-3rd growth nodes, carefully remove the withered buds with tweezers, and clear a clean growth space.

- **Temperature and humidity control**: Keep the temperature above 18℃, as low temperatures can easily cause buds to differentiate into flower buds; place it in a bright but not directly lit area, and spray water 2-3 times a day with a spray bottle to maintain high humidity.

- **Fertilization and transplanting**: When the high buds grow 3-4 leaves and develop more than 3 roots over 5cm long, they can be cut off for transplanting! You can apply some Huaduoduo No.1 water-soluble fertilizer 1 week before transplanting to help the seedlings grow quickly.


### Heart-breaking Germination Method
Suitable for saving old plants that grow slowly and bloom less, giving them a new lease of life!

- **Top-cutting operation**: Use sharp scissors or a blade to carefully cut off the new leaves at the top of the plant, destroying the growth point. This operation sounds harsh, but it’s the key to stimulating new bud germination!

- **Disinfection treatment**: Spray carbendazim solution on the cut to disinfect and prevent bacterial infection—it’s like putting a "band-aid" on the wound 🩹.

- **Maintenance points**: Place it in a cool and well-ventilated place to rest; keep the substrate slightly moist, neither too dry nor waterlogged; in about 15 days, you’ll see new buds sprouting from the base!


### Propagation Tips
1. Remember to disinfect your hands and tools before all operations to avoid bacterial infection.
2. Do not move the plant frequently during germination—maintaining a stable environment is important.
3. Choose breathable substrates like sphagnum moss or bark for transplanting, which are more conducive to the growth of new seedlings.
4. Let new seedlings acclimate for 1-2 weeks after transplanting before normal maintenance.