Cymbidium Fertilizer: Slow-Release and Liquid Options in San Jose

Feeding Cymbidiums: Products and Methods for San Jose Growers

Local (San Jose) Cymbidium grower asks: best slow-release fertilizer brand, how to apply liquid, when to repot/divide.

Slow-Release

• Dynamite (Home Depot) – follow label. Effective ~6 months (9-month claim optimistic).

Liquid Fertilizer

• Grow More brand (granular, nurseries/garden centers).
• Mix at half strength; water pot thoroughly (not leaves) each watering.
• Or use label rate 1–2×/month.

Repot/Divide Timing

March is ideal—new growth starting.

Post-Divide Care

• Water thoroughly with plain water.
• Warm shade for weeks; water barely moist to encourage roots.
• Then resume normal location, water/feed routine.

Local Orchid Shows

SF and Santa Barbara shows Feb 29–Mar 2. Local club shows/sales coming soon.

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