| TYPE | LIGHT (seedlings) | STANDARD | HEAVY (vandaceous) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balanced (20-20-20) |
0.5 g/L 0.5 ml/L |
1 g/L 1 ml/L |
1.5 g/L 1.5 ml/L |
| High N (30-10-10) |
0.3 g/L 0.3 ml/L |
0.8 g/L 0.8 ml/L |
1.2 g/L 1.2 ml/L |
| High P (10-30-20) |
0.4 g/L 0.4 ml/L |
0.8 g/L 0.8 ml/L |
1 g/L 1 ml/L |
| Root Stim. (Codamine) |
0.3 ml/L | 0.5 ml/L | 0.7 ml/L |
Quick Reference – Application by Stage
| STAGE | BEST FORMULA | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|
| Seedling | Balanced or High Nitrogen | Every 10–14 days |
| Vegetative Growth | High Nitrogen | Every 7–10 days |
| Flower Spike Development | Balanced | Every 7–10 days |
| Blooming | High Phosphorus | Every 7 days |
| Rest Period | None or very diluted Balanced | Monthly or none |
Follow these steps to measure and mix fertilizers correctly for healthy orchids. Always use clean tools and fresh water.
1. Gather Your Tools
Measuring spoon or syringe (ml/cc)
Clean mixing container
Fresh water (rainwater, RO, or low-mineral tap water)
2. Dilution Basics
Most orchid fertilizers are labeled for heavy-feeding crops, so always start with ½ the recommended label dose unless otherwise noted.
3. Measuring by Type
Liquid Fertilizer: Use ml/cc for precise measurement.
Powder Fertilizer: Weigh in grams for accuracy, or use the spoon measurement provided on the label.
4. Mixing
Dissolve the fertilizer fully before applying to plants.
For foliar feeding, use a fine mist sprayer.
For root feeding, water orchids first, then apply fertilizer solution.
5. Application Frequency
Active Growth: Every 7–10 days
Rest Period: Reduce to once a month or suspend feeding, depending on species
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