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PUBLIC CASE · Amsterdam, AprMILD · Orchid · Nutrient deficiency
FZ-0402-T

Orchid not blooming for a second year

PhalaenopsisOrchid

Nutrient deficiencyAmsterdam, Apr28 days
Phalaenopsis orchid roots in bark substrate.
FIG. 01
Nutrient deficiency
Phalaenopsis
FIG. 01DIAGNOSTIC PHOTO
Confidence81%
Recovery28 days
SeverityMILD

DIAGNOSIS

Phosphorus and potassium deficiency. With otherwise normal care and adequate light, the refusal to bloom indicates a nutrient imbalance.

PLAN FOR THE COMING DAYS

  1. 01

    Specialized orchid fertilizer high in P and K

  2. 02

    Apply every 2 weeks for 2 months

  3. 03

    Once buds set, halve the dosage

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