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Broken Cymbidium Spike: Saving Flowers as Cut Stems and Proper Trimming

Preserving the Broken Spike

Spike snapped 3 inches below lowest bloom? Treat as cut flowers: trim to vase length (remove bottom flowers if needed) or wrap break with floral tape for longer stem.

Trimming the Remaining Spike

Cut remaining spike as close to base as possible. Individual flowers can be pressed/dried but lose shape and color.

Future Blooming

Plant will produce new spikes next season. Cymbidiums bloom on new growth annually.

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