Gastroenterologists have extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon), and biliary system (e.g., liver, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts). Gastroenterology is a subspecialty of internal medicine.
Apply a nitrogen rich fertilizer, at 1/4 strength of the manufacturer's recommended dosage, to the soil around the orchid plants every time they are watered. Allow the soil around the orchid plant to dry out between watering. Apply the fertilizer to the soil right after watering. Use a teaspoon to administer the fertilizer. If your orchid plants are surrounded by bark, move the bark aside so the fertilizer blends well with the soil and isn't hindered by the bark.
Check the color of your orchid's roots. Well-watered roots should be a healthy green color, while grayish/white roots are an indicator that more water is needed. Once the last flower has faded, you have several options on how to care for your orchid's bare flower spike.es, you should remove the old flower spike with a sterile knife an inch from the base of the plant so that it can put more energy back into the leaves and roots. Just Add Ice Orchids should be repotted every one to two years. The main reason for repotting orchids is to replace the media the orchid is growing in.