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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.
Cultivating Vanilla. 1  1. Add mulch to the soil every few months. The mulch is its food so it should be rich in organic matter. 2  2. Move the plant as needed for the next nine to 12 months to ensure it gets sunlight for approximately 50 percent of the day. 3  3. Allow the vanilla orchid to grow and mature for several years. Air roots will attach upward to the support and others will reach down to the soil. It will take between two and seven years for the plant to grow large enough to bloom. 4. Mist the orchid daily with soft water.