‘Prevents healthy growth’: Avoid using ice cubes to water orchids – ‘shocks roots’

Kate said: “It’s also time to begin using fertiliser in spring to ensure your orchid has all of the nutrients it needs to grow stronger roots and brighter blooms.

“Orchids require a mix of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium for optimum growth, so invest in a specialist plant food which can provide the perfect balance, like Baby Bio Orchid Food. 

“Simply add five to 10 drops per half a litre of water every time you water, or use a Baby Bio Orchid Food Drip Feeder to keep your orchid fed for up to four weeks.”

Humidity is also a big factor when caring for orchid plants due to where they are natively grown.