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Alyssa (Zone 6)

9 years ago

Does anyone know if a 9-9-9 fertilizer is sufficient for orange bird of paradise? i have an 18" tall one in a 10" pot that is currently actively growing indoors in zone 7. Even though it's dead winter here, can I fertilize if it is not dormant? It's currently putting out a new leaf.

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Dave
9 years ago
You don't want to use that.

Foloage pro 9-3-6 would be best. But even miracle gro 12-4-8 or 24-8-16 would be much better than the 9-9-9.
Alyssa (Zone 6) thanked Dave
gardengal48 (PNW Z8/9)
9 years ago
Agree with Dave. And generally, you do not want to fertilize houseplants in winter. Wait until spring or what would be the normal growing season for this plant.
Alyssa (Zone 6) thanked gardengal48 (PNW Z8/9)
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Alyssa (Zone 6)
Original Author
9 years ago
Thanks guys! looks like i'll be exchanging the 9-9-9 today, lol

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