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Early Spring Feeding for Nepenthes: When to Resume Fertilization

When Nepenthes show active new leaf and pitcher growth, resume foliar feeding regardless of calendar date. Apply ¼ teaspoon orchid fertilizer per gallon as weekly mist spray. Active growth indicates the plant can utilize nutrients without being "pushed."

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