- Take a small container or jar and add 1-2 tablespoons of uncooked rice.
- Pour in water until the rice is fully submerged.
- Let the rice soak in the water for 24-48 hours.
- Strain the rice water into another container, discarding 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).
2. Rice Husk Mulch:
- Ingredients:
- Uncooked rice husks
- Instructions:
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- Spread a layer of uncooked rice husks on top of the orchid’s potting medium.
- Ensure the rice husk layer is around 1-2 inches thick.
- As you water your orchids, the rice husks will slowly release nutrients into the potting mix, providing a gradual and long-lasting source of nourishment.
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