Orchids will bloom for longer when common kitchen scrap is added to soil

Prolong the gorgeous blooms of your orchids using a kitchen scrap you would have normally binned.

Orchids are prized for their breathtaking beauty, gracing homes with their intricate blooms . To prolong their beauty, you can use a kitchen discard you would have normally thrown out. According to LeAnne Samuelson, a gardening expert with Prestige Botanicals , a surprising pantry staple may hold the key to transforming your orchid’s bloom cycle.

" Orchids do require a bit of rest during their ‘down time,’ but with a few kitchen cupboard secrets, you can boost their growth if you feel your plant care hasn’t been up to scratch," says Samuelson. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

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