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Phalaenopsis, with its graceful posture, has always been a favorite among many flower enthusiasts. Its popularity is such that both novice and experienced flower lovers are captivated by its blossoms. However, during the cultivation process, apart from providing appropriate light, humidity, and water, it is also necessary to provide support rods for the development of its flower branches. The following will introduce in detail how to select a shaping rod for Phalaenopsis and when to start the shaping process.
First of all, many people choose to buy Phalaenopsis shaping rods online because of their price advantages. Generally, there are mainly two specifications for Phalaenopsis shaping rods. The No. 2 rod has a diameter of 2 millimeters, and the No. 3 rod has a diameter of 3 millimeters. There is also a No. 4 rod with a relatively high outer plastic hardness. The first two types, No. 2 and No. 3, are the most popular choices among many flower lovers. In contrast, due to its good hardness, it is more difficult to shape the Phalaenopsis branches with the No. 4 rod. The common colors of the rods are green and coffee.
In terms of selection, from a price perspective, the No. 2 rod with a diameter of 2 millimeters is recommended. This kind of rod is usually thin and flexible, making it easy to control various shaping states. It is very suitable for the Phalaenopsis 'Schilleriana' variety, whose branches are relatively fragile.
For the No. 3 flower rod with a diameter of 3 millimeters, it is very suitable for supporting extra-large flower stalk varieties, such as Phalaenopsis 'Michell' and 'Latin Dance Dress'. Because the flower stalks of these varieties are relatively thick, using the No. 2 flower rod may result in insufficient support. Of course, if you mainly consider maintaining the stability of the flower shape rather than shaping, then the No. 4 rod is more sturdy and reliable.
It should be noted that when choosing the length of the rod, for ordinary households, it is recommended to choose rods that are 40 centimeters or 80 centimeters long. If your plant is small, you can cut it according to your needs later, such as 40 centimeters + 40 centimeters or 30 centimeters + 50 centimeters. When purchasing, it is recommended that you do not search for keywords like "Phalaenopsis rods", but choose "handmade flower art rods". Although the price may vary, the materials are the same.
After purchasing, the Phalaenopsis shaping rod can be directly inserted into the top of the flower stalk or hidden behind the flower stalk, and finally fixed with an orchid shaping clip. The benefits of adding a shaping rod to Phalaenopsis are that it can easily arrange branches of different shapes by hand, and at the same time, it can prevent some thin branches from being broken.