What fertilizer does the Chinese orchid love the most? Four nutrient secrets for Chinese orchid: glossy leaves and strong roots.

Clivia miniata prefers these "4 types" of flower fertilizersAs a popular ornamental plant among gardening enthusiasts, the condition of Clivia miniata's leaves directly affects its overall ornamental value. Every winter, many gardeners find that their Clivia miniata leaves turn yellow and grow slowly. In fact, this is closely related to the fertilization method. Mastering the correct nutritional supplement method can keep Clivia miniata's leaves oily and thick even in the cold winter.I. Golden Rules for Clivia Miniata Nutrition Supply in Winter1. Bone meal: Natural calcium source guardianBoiled and disinfected animal bone meal is an ideal choice for Clivia miniata to supplement calcium. Each 500 grams of bone meal contains up to 380 milligrams of calcium, which can effectively promote cell wall formation and enhance cold resistance. Application method: After high-temperature roasting and crushing of cattle and sheep bones, mix them into the substrate at a ratio of 1:20 and apply once a month. Avoid using kitchen bones with salt to prevent soil salinization.2. Pumpkin seeds: Double-effect nutrient sourceOriginal sunflower seeds are rich in linoleic acid and vitamin E, which are not only a source of high-quality fat but also improve soil structure with their shells. When used in winter, crush 50 grams of roasted pumpkin seeds and bury them around the potting soil edge, with the pumpkin seed shells laid flat on the soil surface to form an insulating layer. This method can increase the potting soil temperature by 2-3°C, especially suitable for environments below 5°C.3. Rice vinegar: Acid-base balance regulatorUsing a 1:100 diluted brewed rice vinegar solution, watering twice a month can maintain the soil pH value within the ideal range of 5.5-6.5. Experimental data shows that Clivia miniata that correctly uses rice vinegar has a 40% increase in iron absorption rate, effectively preventing yellow leaf disease. Avoid using chemically synthesized vinegar, and the frequency of use in winter should be reduced to once a month.4. Plant ash: All-around warming fertilizerClivia miniata likes these "4 types" of flower fertilizersMixed with a ratio of 3:1 of pine wood ash and bamboo charcoal ash, it contains rich potassium, phosphorus, and trace elements. Sprinkling a thin layer (thickness ≤ 0.5 cm) on the surface of the potting soil in winter can provide nutrients and form a breathable insulating layer. Used in combination with a陶粒 drainage layer at the bottom, it can reduce the risk of frostbite by 50%.II. Three Key Points of Scientific Fertilization1. Temperature control: Fertilization should be carried out in an environment above 10°C to avoid root burning in low temperatures.2. Water management: Keep the potting soil slightly moist before fertilizing and pause watering for 3 days after fertilizing.3. Light cooperation: After fertilizing, ensure 4 hours of scattered light per day to promote nutrient conversion.By properly combining these 4 types of natural fertilizers and maintaining a care environment of 15-20°C, Clivia miniata can not only keep its leaves glossy in winter but also accumulate sufficient nutrients for spring flowering. It is recommended that gardening enthusiasts establish a fertilization calendar, alternate the use of different fertilizers, and regularly check the soil condition with a moisture meter to truly achieve the ornamental effect of 'leaves like jade, flowers like brocade'.