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Homes & Gardens
Tenielle Jordison

A houseplant expert says this DIY orchid fertilizer recipe will make blooms last longer – you probably already have most of the ingredients at home

How to make your own orchid fertilizer.

My orchids are some of my most adored plants in my collection, but I have to admit it took some time to master caring for them. This includes figuring out how to best feed them to bring bigger, brighter blooms. That's why I now choose to use a homemade concoction that allows me to give these exotic blooms all the essential nutrients they need.

If you've tried caring for orchids before, you'll know just how specific their growing environment needs to be. When it comes to fertilizing orchids, the same applies. Too much fertilizer and you'll end up with a wilting orchid, the incorrect ingredients and you won't reap the rewards of feeding them. At the same time, a lack of fertilizer can sometimes hinder their ability to thrive.

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