Here is a catchy version in French of this title: Boost the growth of orchids using rotten leaves!

Introduction

Orchids are elegant and exotic plants, but for them to thrive, it is essential to provide them with adequate nutrients. A little known but effective method to boost the growth of your orchids is to use rotten leaves.

The benefits of rotting leaves for orchids

The rotten leaves are a natural source of organic matter rich in essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. These elements are essential for healthy plant growth, including orchids.

How to prepare and use rotting leaves

Here is a step-by-step guide to using rotten leaves and boosting the growth of your orchids:

• Collect dead and rotten leaves in your garden or use used tea leaves.
• Drain the leaves into small pieces to facilitate decomposition.
• Mix the torn leaves with special orchid soil in a 1:1 ratio.
• Add this mixture to your orchid substrate during repotting or as an organic fertilizer.
• Water slightly to promote leaf decomposition and nutrient release.

Precautions

It is important not to use sheets treated chemically or from toxic plants, as this could harm the health of your orchids. Also make sure that you do not overfertilize your plants, as excess nutrients may be harmful.

Results and monitoring

Using rotting leaves as a natural source of fertilizer, you should see an improvement in the growth and flowering of your orchids. Watch carefully the evolution of your plants and adjust if necessary the frequency of application of rotting leaves.