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How to fertilize Phalaenopsis orchids? Master the right method for more vigorous blooms

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When fertilizing Phalaenopsis orchids, applying a small amount of fertilizer in spring is enough; stop fertilizing during the flowering period, and once new shoots begin to grow again, you can apply liquid fertilizer once more. In summer, when it grows vigorously, you can apply liquid fertilizer once a week. In autumn, as the plant's growth slows, reduce fertilization. In winter, stop fertilizing. In addition, during the hot, stuffy days of summer, stop fertilizing for a period of time.

I. How to fertilize

When fertilizing Phalaenopsis orchids, adopt different methods according to the different seasons. In spring, applying a small amount of fertilizer is enough; during its flowering period, stop fertilizing, and after the flowering period ends, when its new roots and new shoots begin to grow, you can apply liquid fertilizer again, about once a week, and it can also be sprayed onto the leaf surface. Summer is its season of vigorous growth, so liquid fertilizer should be applied once a week. After entering autumn, the plant's growth slows, and at this time fertilization should be reduced. In winter, the plant basically stops growing, and at this point fertilization should be stopped.

II. Precautions

When the summer heat is high and stuffy, you can stop fertilizing Phalaenopsis orchids for a period of time, otherwise it will have an adverse effect on their growth. When the summer sunlight is strong, provide shade treatment to prevent scorching the leaves.

 

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