Stop Feeding Orchids Wrong Semi Hydro Secret That Grows Roots Fast

Welcome back to Happiness Garden. In the previous video we saw the magic of growing orchids without soil, but the biggest question is how do you fertilize without causing root rot? Today I will share a three-step process. Soak, spray, wipe. Applied to both semi-hydroponic growing methods helps orchid roots grow fast and strong like this. If you love orchids, don't forget to like the video. With the pure water growing method the roots are very sensitive so each time you fertilize you should change the water at the same time and rinse the roots thoroughly to remove impurities. Next use fertilizer at a very diluted concentration. Today I fertilize orchids using banana GE. Banana GE helps stimulate root growth and promote strong flowering. You only need about one tablespoon of banana GE and dilute it with one liter of water. The secret here is to soak for only 15 to 20 minutes. This is the golden time that allows the roots to absorb enough nutrients without suffocating. The frequency is about once every 7 to 10 days. What type of fertilizer are you using for your orchids? Leave a comment below so I can advise you on the appropriate dosage. After soaking for about 20 minutes take the plant out and place it back into the hydroponic pot. Then add water so that the water level just lightly touches the roots. The second method is using a gravel medium. The gravel acts as a natural filter helping retain moisture and nutrients for the roots when you water from above. With this method you also soak the roots and the gravel medium in the liquid fertilizer solution for about 15 to 20 minutes so the plant can absorb enough nutrients. After soaking for about 20 minutes take the plant out of the fertilizer solution. Then pour water into the hydroponic pot so that the water level just barely touches the roots. And don't forget to mist the leaves with fertilizer in the morning. This is where the plant absorbs nutrients fastest through the stomata. Mist early in the morning to avoid leaf burn. The final step but extremely important, wipe the leaves with a diluted fertilizer solution. This helps remove dust, improves photosynthesis, enhances nutrient absorption, and keeps the leaves glossy and professional looking. A clean leaf is a healthy leaf, extremely effective in preventing fungal diseases. Wiping the leaves also helps the plant breathe better and improves its appearance. Then place the orchid pot in a location with gentle light and good airflow. Avoid harsh midday sunlight to prevent leaf burn and damage to the roots. And this is the result after 10 days you can see the orchid has clearly improved with greener and firmer leaves. The roots have started to grow strongly which shows that the plant is recovering very well and absorbing nutrients more effectively. Meanwhile this orchid has bloomed beautifully with thick and glossy petals, vibrant color, and long-lasting flowers. So now we have mastered the secret of fertilizing orchids in semi-hydroponics. Very simple but extremely effective. Wishing you beautiful vibrant orchids at home. Don't forget to subscribe to the Happiness Garden channel and turn on the notification bell so you don't miss next week's video on treating soft rot in orchids. See you again.