🧴 CHOOSING THE RIGHT FERTILIZER FOR ORCHIDS
The best choice is always a fertilizer made specifically for orchids. These formulas are designed to dissolve easily and deliver nutrients gently, without burning sensitive roots.
You may see numbers like:
20-20-20 (balanced, good for general growth)
10-30-20 (supports blooming)
Special “bloom booster” formulas
What matters most is not the brand — it’s how you use it.
📅 WHEN TO FERTILIZE FOR MAXIMUM BLOOMS
🌱 Spring and Summer (Active Growth)
This is when orchids grow new roots, leaves, and flower spikes.
Fertilize every 1–2 weeks
Always dilute the fertilizer to half or quarter strength
Apply only after watering with plain water
This gentle routine feeds the plant without overwhelming it.
🌸 Budding and Blooming Stage
When flower spikes appear:
Continue feeding lightly
Avoid strong fertilizers
Never overfeed during blooming — it shortens flower life
At this stage, less is more.
❄️ Fall and Winter (Rest Period)
Most orchids slow down during cooler months.
Reduce feeding to once a month or stop completely
Resume regular fertilizing when new growth appears
Feeding a resting orchid wastes nutrients and can weaken the plant.
💧 HOW TO FERTILIZE ORCHIDS THE RIGHT WAY
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