In this video, I dive deep into the importance of fertilizing your orchids.
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They play a critical role in orchid care—right after managing temperature, light, and water. Learn how to balance the nutrients your orchids need, from slow-release fertilizers to the NPK ratio (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium) and why orchids don’t need much of certain nutrients like phosphorus. I’ll also discuss the difference between organic vs. inorganic fertilizers (with more detail in a future video), how water quality affects your plants, and why you can still get blooms without fertilizer (but it’s not ideal!).
I cover common fertilizer mistakes—like giving too much at once, causing root burn, or not fertilizing enough—and share tips on foliar feeding and how to properly flush the media to avoid salt buildup, especially with sphagnum moss and bark.
We also explore micronutrients like calcium and magnesium, the role of hormones and seaweed in plant health, and how to read fertilizer labels to understand the numbers. Lastly, I break down how different orchid species have unique fertilization needs—whether it’s Phalaenopsis, Cattleya, Dendrobium, Oncidium, Vanda, or Catasetum.
Whether you’re using a general fertilizer or an orchid-specific one (hint: those big box store brands may not be as good as they seem), this video will help you take your orchid care to the next level!
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