Orchids need special nutrients to form their flowers. We show you how, when, and with what to fertilize orchids properly. Many people think of orchids only as of the familiar butterfly orchid (Phalaenopsis). However, more and more new varieties and species are coming onto the market whose nutrient requirements are as varied as their appearance.<\/p>\n
In general, however, epiphytic orchids – also known as perching plants – require rather few nutrients, as they are characterized by a very slow metabolism. You should therefore be extremely careful when fertilizing, as this can quickly burn the sensitive roots. So less is more in this case.<\/p>\n
In nature, orchids make themselves at home in places that most other plants cannot even colonize due to the more difficult water and nutrient supply. The reason for this is that their aerial roots enable them to live far from the earth.<\/p>\n
In this case, nutrients are absorbed directly from the surrounding water via the root surface. To ensure that this somewhat different nutrient uptake also works in the living room, we explain how to properly water and fertilize your orchid.<\/p>\n
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