When is the time to..

[vanda_obsession]

cut a keiki off a plant? I've had two growing on one of my Miniature Dendrobium's. This one is about 3.5" tall now, and the other one is about 1.5" tall

[amersault]

i usually do mine during the growing season. so long as there are enough roots to support the transplant, you can break off/cut the keiki and repot it in a new container. in normally wait till there is a good root structure in place before doing so, and by that, i mean a good root network for the keiki has to be in place.

good luck and keep us posted!

[vanda_obsession]

ok thank you!!

[11Orchid126]

The longer you let the mother plant take care of them, the stronger they will grow and the better plants they'll be when you separate them.

[digitalgate]

i have grown thousands of seedling and many have bloom. So my 2 cent worth. Any time you feel like it. Of course make sure the young one has roots, lots and lots of roots

[Phalcycle]

I usually wait until there are 3+ leaves, and 3-4 roots, that are about 1-2 inches (with active root tips) to ensure fast establishment into the medium on its own

[vanda_obsession]

thank you everyone

[dounoharm]

i wait till they are like 5-6 inches tall and plenty of roots...then they are able to withstand the transplant with ease and make new plants quickly....gl

[Ochin@]

Another option is to leave the keiki on the mother plant, it makes for a bushier display.