Fertilizing Drosera: You Don't Need Special "Bromeliad Fertilizer"

Fertilizing Drosera: You Don't Need Special "Bromeliad Fertilizer"

Many growers struggle to find "bromeliad fertilizer" for foliar feeding sundews. The good news: it's not necessary. Any orchid fertilizer with higher nitrogen than phosphorus works well—look for nitrogen ≥10% and phosphorus ≤10%.

Key Points

• Dilution is critical. At ¼ teaspoon per gallon, almost any balanced fertilizer is safe.
• Orchid fertilizers are ideal because they're formulated for epiphytes in low-nutrient media.
• If unsure, choose a fertilizer with low phosphorus to avoid mineral buildup.

The second edition of our ebook will cover fertilization in depth. For now, remember: dilute heavily, apply to leaves only, and flush soil if any fertilizer reaches the roots.