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Take a small container or jar and add 1-2 tablespoons of uncooked rice.
Pour in water until the rice is completely submerged.
Soak the rice in water for 24-48 hours.
Strain the rice water into another container and discard the rice grains.
Dilute the strained rice water with an equal amount of fresh water.
Use this diluted rice water to water your orchids once a month during the growing season (spring and summer).
Rice husk mulch:
Ingredients:
Uncooked rice husks
Instructions:
Spread a layer of uncooked rice husks over the orchid’s potting soil.
Make sure the rice husk layer is about 1 to 2 inches thick.
As you water your orchids, the rice husks slowly release nutrients into the potting soil, providing a gradual and long-lasting source of nutrients.
Rice bran compost:
Ingredients:
Rice Bran
Organic Compost
Instructions:
Mix equal parts rice bran and organic compost.
Add this mixture to your orchid’s potting soil when repotting or refreshing.
The rice bran enriches the potting soil with essential nutrients, promoting healthy root growth and vigorous orchid development.
By incorporating rice-based fertilizers into your orchid care, you’re not only providing your orchids with the essential nutrients they need, but you’re also contributing to sustainability by repurposing an everyday household item. Additionally, rice-based fertilizers are cost-effective and reduce the need for chemical alternatives, making them an environmentally friendly choice for orchid lovers.
Remember that orchids are sensitive to over-fertilization. Therefore, it is important to monitor your orchid’s growth and adjust the frequency of rice-based fertilization accordingly. With proper care and the use of rice as fertilizer, your orchids will thrive and continue to decorate your living space with their mesmerizing beauty.
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