Paul, I have had impressive results using the product KeikiPro which contains two plant hormones for use specifically on orchids. It has 'rescued' some of my orchids which appear to have lost all their roots but still have their leaves. Using just a drop directly from the bottle in the area where roots should emerge 'wakes up' the orchid. When it works on an orchid it is noticeable within a few days. In some cases it prompts a keiki/new growth from the root area. It has also stimulated a leafless orchid which still has roots, i.e. a phal which has suffered crown rot, to sprout new leaves. On orchids that are not in distress of course they should be be producing a nice balance of roots and leaves. However a diluted solution of KeikiPro can be sprayed over the entire plant, best just once per year or growing season. The increased growth from root to foliage and the production of inflorescences is very noticeable. Another way to promote roots is to suppress blooming. Phal growers keep temps at 83*F (28C) or more to inhibit blooming and grow better roots and foliage. Its hard to do but one could also pinch/remove inflorescences... Ha! I have less experience with rooting powders which I take it are generally intended for rooting any plant. I too would like to hear of others experience with measures to promote more and healthy roots. Lee in So. Carolina
Lee Bredeson www.classicorchid.com (Selling most of my private collection) (Greenhouse is being taken down) > -------- Original Message -------- > Subject: [OGD] Stimulate root growth > From: paul bouleau <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: Sun, September 21, 2008 5:24 pm > To: orchids@orchidguide.com > I would like to know if anyone is using a root growth product in the care of > orchids. In the February2008 issue of Orchids, It was advocated that you use > Dip'n Grow or some other product for better root growth. > Thank you. > Paul _______________________________________________ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com
