How to fertilize Phalaenopsis orchids during the flowering period? How often is correct

During the Spring Festival every year, Phalaenopsis is certainly the best-selling flower, simply because it has bright colors, a wide variety of cultivars, and an auspicious meaning. So, in the daily care of Phalaenopsis, how can you ensure it grows healthily? What key points about fertilizing need to be mastered? The following article gives everyone a brief talk about a care guide.

Generally speaking, fertilizing is one of the key points that many beginner flower growers easily overlook. If it is left to develop on its own for a long time, the growth of Phalaenopsis will slow down, and at the same time symptoms of nutrient deficiency such as yellowing leaves will appear. Therefore, fertilizing is important, but the fertilizing frequency must also be reasonably controlled. Specifically, you can look at its roots. If the roots grow quickly and consume a lot of nutrients, then fertilize once every 7-10 days. But if the roots grow slowly, then extend the fertilizing frequency, because at this time giving too much fertilizer may cause problems such as excess nutrients in its roots and root rot.

When fertilizing, it is recommended to directly choose a specialized orchid nutrient solution. It is not recommended to buy just anything, because specialized nutrient solutions usually already contain the various trace elements needed for the growth of Phalaenopsis, including formulas and concentrations that have been specially adjusted, and they can perfectly support its comprehensive nutritional supply. But if the one you buy and take home is not specialized, then during fertilizing it is hard to control whether the concentration is too high or too low. If too concentrated, salt accumulation will occur, reducing soil permeability and thereby damaging the delicate roots; if too diluted, it cannot meet the growth needs of Phalaenopsis, leading to nutrient deficiency. Therefore, choosing fertilizer is also one of the key points.

Finally, during fertilizing, do not hold the watering can high and pour it down over the top of the plant. Instead, apply it slowly from the side of the soil, and be sure to pour evenly, avoiding concentrating the nutrient solution on the roots of the plant. You can also choose to wet a paper towel with the nutrient solution and gently wipe it on the leaves of the Phalaenopsis, trying to ensure that every part can obtain sufficient nutrients. In addition, fertilizing can be done in spring and summer, and fertilizing should be appropriately paused in winter, because at this time Phalaenopsis has already entered dormancy and its need for nutrients has decreased.