BACKBULBS - what to do

[frostedeyes]

how do you propagate backbulbs! can you just pull it off from the pot? and cut the old roots? or... is roots important for the backbulbs to grow new shoots? thanks be sure to message me if you got answers! thanks!

[jkhom]

I believe that the back bulbs provide nutrients to the rest of the plant even after blooming. I've read that you want to keep at least 4 bulbs intact. With that said, if you want to propagate, carefully remove the bulb with roots (if that's possible). If you have roots, then plant normally. If not, what works for me is to plant in regular bark mixture and keep the media on the drier side, and mist the bulb itself daily. This method is supposed to promote root growth. I also maintain higher than normal humidity if possible. This method worked for me with brassias and bulbos.
Good luck.

[britishbulldog]

Another good idea...providing it's your plant you want to propagate..is to sever the connecting rhizome,but leave the bulb in the pot until growth starts...then pot up as usual.
Worth a try !