Orchid Plant Food

Orchid plant food should be 20% or less nitrogen. The amount of the phosphorous and other nutrients is not so important.

Some growers like to use a slow release formula, however, this can sometimes burn roots and in course potting material, can be easily washed out during watering. Therefore, a water soluble fertilizer is recommended. It is widely available, and easy to apply. It will need to be reapplied every 2-3 weeks.

Tips on Fertilizing:

• Feed when orchids appear to be growing.
• When they stop growing, stop fertilizing.
• Very dark green leaves that are limp, have probably been over-fertilized.
• Every few weeks, wash out excess fertilizer salts by flushing the plant growing medium with plain water.
• It is better to under-fertilize than over-fertilize.

For More information about orchid fertilisers, check out the links below.

Organic and Seaweed Fertilizers

Coffee Grounds and Orchids

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