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Pruning Tall Dendrobium Canes: Keiki Potential

Experimental Topping

Cut a couple tallest canes above a node. Watch 1 month. If keikis (babies) form at node, remove when rooted and pot up. If successful, repeat on other canes. Congrats on vigorous plant!

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