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Today I am very happy to continue accompanying you on the journey of caring for orchids.
We will explore a very simple natural fertilizer together, made from familiar ingredients right
in your kitchen.
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When the orchid has just finished blooming, the wilted petals are also a sign that the
plant has used up a lot of its energy to shine brilliantly before.
This is when the plant needs to be supplied with nutrients to recover, regain vitality,
and be ready for a new growth cycle.
These flowers have consumed too much of the plant's energy, so they need to be removed
to allow the plant to focus on recovery and growth.
I notice that two flower spikes have dry tips, a sign that the plant has completed their
blooming cycle.
I use sharp scissors to neatly cut these two flower spikes, ensuring a clean cut without
damaging the remaining part of the stem.
The exposed roots have dried out, become bare and hollow, indicating they can no longer
absorb nutrients.
So they need to be removed or given special care to allow the plant to focus on nurturing
other healthy roots.
So we have finished pruning, preparing the plant to start being cared for with the natural
fertilizer I made myself.
The first ingredient for today's fertilizer is aloe vera, a familiar plant commonly found
in many home gardens.
You only need a small branch of aloe vera, gently cut it into medium-sized pieces, and
put them into a jar.
By doing this, the nutrients from the aloe vera will easily release into the liquid.
Next, I add 500 milliliters of water to the jar and blend the aloe vera, forming a smooth
nutrient-rich solution ready to nourish the orchid's roots and leaves.
Aloe vera is not only a familiar plant, but also a wonderful friend for orchids.
The gel in aloe vera contains many vitamins, minerals, enzymes and amino acids, all of
which help stimulate root growth, promote lush green leaves and enhance the plant's
overall vitality.
After blending the aloe vera branch, I use a sieve to remove the pulp, keeping only the
smooth, nutrient-rich liquid.
This helps the fertilizer easily penetrate the orchid's roots and leaves without causing
blockages or mold.
Next, I add 1 liter of clean water to the filtered solution and stir well to create
a uniform mixture.
To help the plant grow roots faster and develop healthily, I use 3 vitamin B1 tablets, dissolve
them in 500 milliliters of water and stir well until fully dissolved.
Vitamin B1 has wonderful effects on orchids.
It stimulates roots to grow quickly and healthily, helping the plant absorb water and nutrients
more efficiently.
Then I strain the B1 solution through a sieve to obtain a smooth, clear mixture and stir
well.
Next, I use a soft cotton pad to evenly soak up this mixture and gently wipe it onto each
leaf.
When wiping the aloe vera mixture onto the leaves, its effect is not only to provide
nutrients, but also to nourish and protect the entire plant.
Aloe vera gel contains many essential vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and amino acids.
When absorbed onto the leaves, the nutrients from aloe vera pass through the epidermis,
helping the leaves recover after pruning and enhancing photosynthesis.
The leaves will become lush green and glossy, helping the plant generate energy to nourish
roots and new shoots.
Next, I pour the aloe vera mixture into a spray bottle and evenly mist it over all the
orchid leaves.
Spraying helps the nutrients spread across the leaf surface, quickly penetrating the
epidermis and stimulating glossy, green leaves.
Roots to grow healthily and new shoots to emerge consistently.
At the same time, the mist from spraying creates an ideal environment around the leaves and
stem, helping the plant absorb nutrients optimally.
Recover after the blooming period and prepare for the next growth cycle.
I also spray the solution onto the surface of the medium, so the nutrients seep down
to the roots, helping the roots absorb directly and nourish the plant from the base.
Finally, I water the fertilizer mixture over the entire medium, ensuring the solution penetrates
evenly into every gap between the roots.
As it seeps into the medium, the nutrients from aloe vera and vitamin B1 go directly
into the roots, stimulating new roots to grow healthily and enhancing their ability to absorb
water and minerals.
At the same time, even watering helps the medium retain moisture, creating an ideal
environment for roots and new shoots.
Then I soak the plant in this mixture for 10 minutes so that the medium...
After 10 minutes, I take the plant out and gently wipe off any remaining mixture on the
leaves.
This helps remove excess solution, preventing water from accumulating on the leaves and
avoiding an environment for mold and bacteria to grow.
Now I apply cinnamon powder to the cuts on the flower spikes.
Cinnamon powder helps prevent bacteria, mold, and fungi from entering the cuts while also
promoting faster healing.
As a result, the orchid is well protected, reducing the risk of disease, and ready to
grow healthy new shoots.
I pour the remaining mixture into a spray bottle and evenly mist it over the other plants
in the garden.
When sprayed, the solution lightly penetrates the leaves and medium, allowing the nutrients
from aloe vera and vitamin B1 to spread throughout the plant, stimulating root growth, promoting
lush green leaves, and enhancing photosynthesis.
After one month of care, my plant has fully recovered.
The leaves are glossy and healthy, with no pests.
The cuts dried and healed, the roots thriving, and many fresh green shoots emerging.
The cuts on the spikes have completely dried, showing that the orchid is recovering well
after pruning the flowers and removing damaged roots.
The plant's root system is now fresh, green, and healthy, with many new roots sprouting
from the base.
The roots inside the medium extend through the gaps to seek and absorb nutrients, helping
the orchid grow vigorously.
So we have completed the process of caring for and fertilizing the orchid with natural
fertilizer after the flowering season.
Be patient in observing, loving, and caring for your plant every day, because love and
attention are the keys to keeping your orchid healthy and vibrant.
Thank you for joining me today.
See you in the next videos.