The MAGIC behind SEAWEED for

#Kelp #Seaweedfororchids #Usingkelpextractwithorchids
... and BAREROOT! Thank you @Paige for your request... in this video, I explain the 3 main building blocks that are the foundation of #Seaweed extract and why they have 'magical' results!
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[@NinjaOrchids]

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[@juyoung3671]

I am very surprised when I realized the number of views of this channel. I believed it should be x1000 times at least than they have now. There are tons of useful information in this channel. I am sure the number of subscribers and views will explode soon! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@NinjaOrchids]

Juyoung 🙌🏼😃💐 welcome!! I have not seen you here before, so... a warm warm welcome and thank you so very much for being here 🙌🏼🌹 and your comment, you are right about how little views I have. I feel as though my channel is stuck in a black hole of the KZbin algorithm 😓 but, I hope that you are right that the AI will 'find' my channel at some point. I hid my subscribers, one reason, I was ashamed at my numbers. 😁 full transparency. If I could hide the view count as well, I would. I am not ashamed to admit that... your observation was spot on and I really appreciate your subsequent comment to that 🙏🏼 it is very motivating and encouraging thank you! Also for watching 🌹 if I do not see you before Christmas, let me wish you a very Happy Christmas, incl all your loved ones! And once again, welcome 🙌🏼🌸

[@juyoung3671]

@@NinjaOrchids Yesterday was my first time here. When I searched with "Kelp" I found your post at way below. I spend a lot of time to watch your other videos. Anyway, you have a lot of excellent contents already. Hopefully youtub algorithm will save you from black hole very soon. I will be here often. Happy Christmas too!

[@NinjaOrchids]

I just added a # with Kelp... maybe that will help for the next search 😉😬thank you! 😅

[@bobbenad2112]

Early on growing orchids I listened to so called experts and watched to many Utube videos. Most were using way to much seaweed. I found out the hard way stopping root production and even killing roots. Cattleya's do not like much seaweed, their roots are far to sensitive. I threw away two bottles of seaweed because I did not refrigerate. Live and learn. Nicely done my Orchid Master.

[@NinjaOrchids]

HI Bob 😍💐 ooohhhh, Seaweed and our good intentions are not a good combination! Even blooms will look terrible, growths deformations etc, if seaweed is abused. We mean well and think that we can add a little more, do it more often etc. but less is definitely more when it comes to orchids! I am glad that you found this video and from here on in, the seaweed will do the trick for your orchids and I can't wait for the feedback in the future 👍🏼 thank you so much for watching and for your enthusiasm here! It is contagious and much appreciated 🫶🏼 hope you had a fabulous day, Bob ❤️🌸

[@EdsOrchids]

That;s very well explained Nina.......thanks for this video. A lot of growers will find this very useful.. Ed.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hello Ed! 🤩💐 really appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave me such positive feedback! Thank YOU, for watching! You are very kind 🥰 Wishing you a wonderful evening, Ed 🌸

[@darcylyon1870]

Wonderfully explained. Thank you Nina. Great video. 🌹🌺💮🥀🌿💚

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hey Darcy!! 🦩🤩😍💐 thank you so much for your kind feedback! Phew!! This one was a tough one to verbalize, so, thank you for your comment! And for watching, muchas gracias!! Have a beautiful day , Darcy! 😍🌸

[@Muffin21814]

Nice presentation Nina!!! 👏

[@NinjaOrchids]

Valarie, hi! 🤩💐 thank you so much for your positive feedback! It is so very much appreciated 🤗 and for watching, Valarie, thank you! I hope that you had a great Thursday 😍🌸

[@SepidehDalaho]

That was a great information thank you ninjas orchids 👍🏻❤️

[@NinjaOrchids]

Sepideh 🤩💐 hello!! WELCOME! I have not seen you here before, so... thank you very much for being here and a warm warm welcome to you! I hope that I see you more often 🙏🏼👍🏼 I appreciate your kind feedback, Sepideh! Very encouraging, thank you! Also for taking the time to watch 🙏🏼 Hope that you are doing well! Is that a cattleya cernua in your picture? In a basket? It is a beautiful orchid even if I did not ID it correctly 😬

[@genizi]

Beautiful lecture .Thanks so much for the info.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Dott 😍💐 thank YOU so much for your positive feedback and for watching the video, I really appreciate that! Hope you are having a great day 🫶🏼❤️🌸

[@bettapalfish9057]

Great video. Thank you for your clear explanation. I may give this product a try thanks to you. Will store this video for future reference. Have a great day.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hello 😍💐 thank YOU so much for watching and your positive feedback! Really appreciate it very much 🙌🏼 I hope that you are having a great day / afternoon / evening 🤗🌸

[@anndebaldo7381]

Excellent! Very clear and very helpful. Thanks so much. ATB

[@NinjaOrchids]

Ann, hi! 😍💐 thank YOU!! so much for your feedback on this video, I really appreciate it 🙌🏼 also, for going back and watching it! I hope that your week is starting off just perfectly for you and may it stay that way ❤️🌸

[@paige6042]

Wow! That was extremely helpful! I feel like I understand seaweed now 😀. It was perfectly clear and great tip about refrigerating it. Nice job 👏🏼

[@NinjaOrchids]

Paige! 🙌🏼🤸🏼‍♀️😍💐 hi, lovely lady! Thank you so much for prodding me to do a video about it and your feedback that it made sense 🙏🏼👍🏼 that is wasn't gobbledygook! 😅 Really appreciate your support and your questions. Again, I repeat myself, but... you make me think as to how I can formulate what I am doing and relay it. I have resorted to digging out my notes and using them to film. It helps a lot to not loose track of what I am saying and going off on a tangent 😅 have yourself a beautiful day and thank you for your support 😘🌸

[@breafisher3706]

Thanks for sharing valuable information.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Brea! 🤩💐 thank YOU so very much for watching! And for leaving a comment that is encouraging!! I am glad that it was informative 👍🏼👍🏼 have a beautiful day, Brea 😍🌸

[@mountainshamanscloudorchid354]

Well done Nina!!

[@NinjaOrchids]

Bill, hi! 🤗💐 thank you so much! Your feedback is so very much appreciated! And, your time watching 🤗 hope you had a great Thursday, and .... chilling out right now 🙌🏼🌸

[@brendajernigan7642]

Thank you so much for this video and how each ingredient effects the plant. Great video! Great!!

[@NinjaOrchids]

Brenda 🤗💐hi! Thank YOU so much for your positive feedback. That is so very much appreciated. Also, for taking the time to watch, thank you! Have yourself a fabulous Sunday, Brenda 🥰🌸

[@s.swaroops8882]

Excellent tips! Thank you

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi 🤩💐 so good to see you again!! I hope that you are doing well 👍🏼 thank YOU so much for your positive feedback! I really appreciate that and that you went back and watched this video 🙏🏼🌸

[@marygorchidsmore2058]

Great information regarding the seaweed extract! I use it as a mixture with my weekly weakly feed! Thanks for sharing and happy growing.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Mary, hi! 🤩💐 I am glad that you found this video informative! There are many opinions out there regarding seaweed, but it just so happens that I am on the side of the LOVE the stuff fence! 👍🏼 Really appreciate the time you took to watch the video, Mary, thank you! And for leaving me an encouraging comment! Have a great rest of your day 🌸

[@marygorchidsmore2058]

@@NinjaOrchids off course I’m on the loving fence too ! Apart from the black stain which it produces after soaking my vanda in the bucket and hanging it in my bathroom!!!

[@NinjaOrchids]

I know!! I did that with a brand new kitchen cloth 😖 thought I had rinsed the cap properly and put it back on, spun it around to close it... not only on my kitchen cloth, but in closing it.... I splattered my clothes 🤦🏼‍♀️😑

[@trishal2223]

Excellent explanation thank you Nina.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Trisha! 🤩💐 really appreciate your positive feedback, thank you! That means a lot... formulating thoughts, especially on subjects like these is not my forte, so, your feedback... thank you!! And for taking the time to watch, I really appreciate it 🙌🏼🥰 have a wonderful day, Trisha 🌸

[@TrishsOrchidLife]

Hey Nina! Hope you are having a wonderful Wednesday! I have been using Seaweed Extract for the last year once a month in my orchids. I use it to soak new orchids as well, mixed with CalMag. So far I have not seen any "weird" growth or issues. In the beginning I was adding to non growing orchids but then realised I was wasting it and stopped doing that! Thank you for the great explanation, as always!!! 🌺😍

[@NinjaOrchids]

🌸🥷🏼Trish San!! 🙌🏼🤸🏼‍♀️😍💐 I had a great Wednesday! Got quite a lot done ... went to bed walking like the hunchback of Notre Dame, but, thank you, it was a good day 👍🏼 the welcome cocktail is gold for newcomers! I love the stuff and I can pretty much feel my orchids gagging for it when they come out of the box 😅 see?... your intuition told you that it was not a good idea to give your orchids that are not growing any seaweed! That is the best intuition a grower can have 👍🏼👍🏼 LOVE it!! Thank YOU for your time watching this video, and for your kind feedback. Formulating thoughts is not my forte, so... thank you for letting me know that it wasn't gobbledygook 🤣 Have yourself a wonderful Thursday 🌸🥷🏼 ❤️🌸

[@josejkoonthanam]

Hi, Nina thanks to Adyasha orchid Diaries, I started using seaweed extract during the last 9 months.Helps in producing blooms. Mild. Thank u for informing us about its properties.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Jose 🤩💐 glad to hear that you are on the seaweed train 👍🏼 I love the stuff!! Thank YOU so very much for watching!! Hope that you are enjoying a great Thursday evening 🙌🏼🌸

[@liverocks62]

Hi Nina, I have been using sea weed less then a year now. I can’t say my orchids are doing beter with instead of without sea weed. I don’t feel comfortable now to do without. I use small amounts about 30-40 ppm every time I fertilize my orchids and the other times they are getting plain rainwater. I have the dry form so I don’t need to keep it in the fridge. I do not ever see other people use the dry version, I think it’s not common or something. Thank you for making this video I think I will keep going back to this videos as a reminder how to use it. 👍🏼

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Rita 🤩💐 I have not seen anyone use the dry form either, but I can imagine, for longevity, it is a good way to have it. I cannot even get the liquid form here in Spain, so... I cannot tell you about the dry form at all, but if the properties are the same on the package, then the advantage is that you don't have to worry about it going off. I would not want to be without seaweed for my orchids. Thank you so much for watching, Rita! Have yourself a peaceful and beautiful Saturday 🥰🌸

[@tarjaalexander3904]

Very informative

[@NinjaOrchids]

Thank you so much for this comment, Tarja!! 🙌🏼🌸

[@tarjaalexander3904]

Great video. Thank you🥰🥰

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hey Tarja 🤩💐 thank YOU for watching, and leaving me positive feedback! I sometimes struggle with formulating why I do what I do, so, your comment means a lot, thank you! Have yourself a wonderful day, Tarja 👍🏼🌸

[@toddstropicals]

I don't use it really much, once every six months maybe with mature plants, more often with seedlings and younger plants and new bare root plants. I think all the hormones can do more harm than good with mature plants. Now my frankincense trees love it and I give them a big dose in spring when they start their active growth period. Then at three months into their season and another dose three months before they go dormant. Once a month for orchids isn't bad, I mostly forget to add it lol

[@NinjaOrchids]

Todd 😍💐 I have one orchid that I am denying any seaweed for the entire year until it blooms again. It never bloomed well for me, distorted spike and sometimes distorted blooms, so, the first year, I thought... that is nursery care overload,... second year, again and early this season ...again! Now.. I am not exactly starving it from any other fertilizer, but no seaweed and lets see what it does come Feb '22. My first year, when all the orchids came in new, I was all over them with seaweed, but... have now piped down radically compared to the first year. I love the stuff but fully get it that there are facts about it out there which also prove the opposite. Thank you, Todd, for taking the time to watch and leave me a comment! So very much appreciated, and... I get to wish you a great rest of your day 🥰🌸

[@Kokoro-Hime]

I started using seaweed at the beginning of the growing season with an application of once a month. But now, I started using this elixir during repotting after 'our' VR repot 😉😆 Thanks for the advice and this vid. Looking forward to your CalMag vid. Have a wonderful day!

[@NinjaOrchids]

Amerizza 🥰💐 'our' ... that made me smile! And, it is working, no? You have a keiki growing and the mother plant is doing well? There are many opposing opinions about seaweed, ... just so happens that I am on the side of the fence that says, if your orchids like chocolate then give them a treat every now and then, because, I like chocolate and treat myself to it every now and then. All in moderation, meanwhile, I am stricter with my orchids and their form of chocolate, than I am with my consumption of the stuff 😅 thank YOU for taking the time to watch! Will be working on the CalMag video next and then see how I can film it without putting people to sleep 🤔 😬 Have yourself a wonderful day as well, Amerizza!! 🌸

[@Kokoro-Hime]

@@NinjaOrchids I love chocolates - but of course, everything in moderation 😆 The VR is doing well, I see the roots touching the side of the pot. The wrinkly older leaves are still wrinkled, though. I'm not sure if those will be sorted out but the newer leaves are coming out better. 😉 Take care, Nina!

[@NinjaOrchids]

the older leaves will, unfortunately, not iron themselves out. But I am glad to hear that the new leaves are coming out better!! You are on a roll with your VR now 👍🏼👍🏼🙌🏼

[@Kokoro-Hime]

@@NinjaOrchids hoping to update you with blooms in the future.

[@Whatsuporchids]

Loved this video!!! Not enough people are talking about it and then other growers freak out about it thinking pumping hormones into orchids is really bad... I like seaweed but as you said - not too much of it! 👍👏

[@NinjaOrchids]

HI there 🤩💐 I have heard about there being opposing opinions regarding seaweed. I did make the mistake of thinking more is best, and had a few weird things happening in my collection (let's see if the funky Lou Sneary will behave differently in year 4 😅) I will never not use seaweed. This was a great question posed by Paige... the difficulty I have sometimes, is to formulate why I do what I do, so I really appreciate your feedback and comment. By the sounds of it, I made sense 😅😬 doesn't mean that everyone will be made a convert, but, as long as I made sense, as to why it is magic for me and I did not sound like I was stumbling over my words, I am glad. I rarely listen back to my videos after they have been published, but this one... I let it run to relisten to it several times to find some source of reassurance. Really appreciate your comment, thank you! Have a wonderful Thursday 🙌🏼🌸

[@Whatsuporchids]

@@NinjaOrchids I'm the same, when it comes to fertilisers and supplements, I know in my head why I use them but when I try to explain it out loud, it's really difficult... 😅

[@primitivepalzor8836]

Very Nice Video 👏👏👍👍

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hello amigo!! 🤗 💐 thank you so much for your positive feedback, my friend! And also for watching! Hope that you have yourself a great Friday 👍🏼🌸

[@simplyorchidsetc.1293]

Hi Nina this video is very imformitive I have been using seaweed extract for about two years now and I do have great success with it. Thank you for the tips. Have a wonderful day stay safe and happy growing : ) Reah

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Reah 🤩💐 I am glad to hear that it is working for you and that you also found this video informative despite already using it for a long time 👍🏼 there are opposing opinions about it, but I have to say, that, for me... I would not want my orchids to be without it! Have yourself a great day as well, Reah!! Happy growing, indeed and ... stay safe, lovely lady. Thank you so much for watching 😍🌸

[@SnowDragonka]

Good evening! I won't go into the chemistry of things, I don't have as much knowledge as I'd like, although truth is hormones do help a lot. There's a very prevalent method using willow "tea", because it contains natural rooting hormones (in particular Indolebutyric acid or IBA) and I've used it quite a bit to a great success in the past. But as with other things (and I think the same could be said about the seaweed extract), it's all about balance. When one applies hormones that promote growth, the plant needs to have enough nutrients and especially Calcium and Magnesium (which you supplement separately). Because calcium makes the growths and roots sturdy and there is this prevalent thought based on observation that a lot of people don't supply enough. Which combined with growth promoters can lead to weak new growths and weaker roots when there's not enough nutrients or Cal/Mag. It can also slightly increase the "hunger" of the plant. It's interesting to see how well it works for you. The only thing I personally used successfully was as I mentioned the "willow tea" (although it needs to be very dilluted, it's very acidic, because it's an acid that causes root growth and it can easily burn roots if used excessively instead of promoting roots) and when promoting more growth from the roots, tannins from tea (with various success based on black/green/white tea used) are good, they create nice environment that promotes root growth with kinda ideal pH. Anyway I want to thank you for doing research into the hormones and explaining why and how. I'm sure it can help others. Have a great evening!

[@NinjaOrchids]

🌸🥷🏼 SnowDragonka San! 🤗🤩💐 good evening indeed! Almost burning the midnight oil here, but, going to squeeze the good evening in, because anything past midnight, and, I would have to say good morning, no? 😅 I have rooting powder from the willow tree, but I honestly have never used it... not for orchids, not for cuttings, but the ingredient is willow. There will be a new playlist with all the things that I use and why I think they are good for the orchids, plus, combo videos, so, it will take a while to complete the series, but I am working on it, because, you are absolutely right, touching on the point about balance. This request for why seaweed from Paige, has now had a domino effect in my mind... why anything at all? 😅 I find seaweed so interesting because of the hormones 😬 Thank YOU so very much for watching my vanilla video for seaweed. I don't want to get too complicated with these kinds of videos, because, we are hobby growers and some things just go over my head, confuse me etc, and I can imagine that, it could be the same for others out there. Anyhoooo, working on the next video and then the next, and then we mix things up! 😅 have a great start to Thursday 🌸🥷🏼 thank you for your very informative comment! I hope that people who watch this video and go to the comments for more information read your's 👍🏼👍🏼

[@anndriggers6660]

@@NinjaOrchids I did! Thank you both! Very useful info! I feel like I just hit the jackpot!

[@trishsmith2811]

Oh my…. I thought I was taking pretty good care of my orchids but now I realize I haven’t. 😢watering I’ve done pretty well with this summer but fertilizing not so much. But I’m learning more thanks to your wise information. I do have organic seaweed fertilizer but it’s in dry powder form. You put it in water, stir, and let sit for an hour. Like worm tea. i was wondering if it was the same as the extract. One more question, we are heading into fall here but quite a few of my orchids are sending out new growths and /or still have growing roots. Is it too late to dose them with the seaweed? All of my orchids are in the house if that makes a difference. Thank you again for all of your knowledge and the time you take to pass it on to us all! So much to learn! 😊

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Trish 😍💐 Thank you so very much for your feedback, Trish 🤗 know that, even without fertilizing the orchids can grow just fine, ... the fertilizer and supplements are there to help them grow better 😃 and absolutely! The powder form has the same benefits, with the only exception that you don't have to store it in the fridge 😅 Keep going with your orchids... you can still apply seaweed to any orchid that is in active growth, incl. roots kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ2zqmSCgLJnick this video is about seasonal orchid care, where I go into more detail about what to do when. If you have not seen it, then it may be an eye opener and a fun one to be able to follow as per what your orchids are doing, what time of year 😉 being indoors, makes a world of difference and ... more fun during the colder months of the year, because, our orchids actually grow when they want to and not any other plants that are outside. They don't know any other seasons, except their own. I appreciate you supporting the channel, and letting me know that the content is of value, thank you so much! It is encouraging and motivating 🙌🏼 thank you so much, Trish! I hope you had a great start to the new week 🥰🌸

[@marytonna6129]

Thank you for this interesting video Nina. I have heard about using seaweed extract from other orchid growers too but have been unable to find it here. I know there's Amazon but the postage is ridiculous! I will have to "invest" in one soon though. Thinking of buying a ph mtr and a TDS mtr too though I will have to ask you for a tutorial for using those too! I'm such a newbie😄 but you explain so well! Have a lovely Thursday evening Nina!🌺

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Mary 🤗💐 thank YOU so very much for watching, Mary, and for your kind feedback! It is very much appreciated 😍 I have taken a screen shot of your comment, and will make a video on those 2 very important gadgets for our hobby unless, you tell me if this link answers your questions. It was a video I did last year, and maybe it isn't detailed enough but, it would be interesting to get your perspective and see if it answers any questions 👍🏼 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJ3Ql4N5hbqed7s Have yourself a relaxing evening, Mary! Really appreciate your support 🙌🏼🌸

[@tran-vm3uu]

Thnak you very much for information about seaweed. You are very thorough.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Tran 😍💐 thank YOU so much for watching this oldie but goldie video! I appreciate your time and your positive feedback!! I hope you are having a wonderful week 🫶🏼❤️🌸

[@barbaravolpe9821]

Thank you for this tutorial on Seaweed extract. I am always locked-on to videos regarding nutrients because there is so much to learn on the subject. I use Kelp Max (grow in LECA) and it does seem to encourage root growth on the orchids. I use it at slightly less than half recommended strength twice a month rather than full recommended strength once a month. I’d be interested to know your thoughts (good or bad) on this! Thanks again!

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Barbara 🤗💐 thank YOU so much for watching and for your kind feedback! I am glad that nutrient videos are of interest to you, because, the question from Paige regarding seaweed has had a domino effect. I am going through my products and making separate videos on them, as a reference, and then separate videos on why I combine certain products and when. Which will all go into a playlist of it's own. Your comment is encouraging, that the videos on my other products will also be of interest, so thank you for that. What you are doing, sounds fine, seeing as you are going less than half already. Just one question, do you apply it on orchids that are resting? Or not in active growth? That would be my only thought to consider, not giving those orchids any seaweed, unless they are in active growth on the root front, or new growth developing at the base. As these do not always happen at the same time. The example I showed with the active root tips, outside of the pot, that orchid is not growing any new growths atm, but I am applying seaweed. Visa versa, if there are new growths and no new roots, I apply seaweed. But if an orchid is resting, I don't. So...just wanted to point that out, in case it is something that could pertain to your collection and when you apply seaweed. Thank you once again for watching! Leaving me a great comment! Have a wonderful day 👍🏼🌸

[@barbaravolpe9821]

@@NinjaOrchids Looking forward to those videos! To answer your question about Kelp in Winter: Last year I didn’t feed hardly any nutrients including the Kelp Max to most orchids. And given your recommendation, I will be even more diligent. Thank you again!

[@NinjaOrchids]

You're welcome!! Sounds like you have got this dialled in to a T 👍🏼👍🏼

[@user-ic5xu4jh6z]

Hi Nina💐😘 Very informative and now i got time for watching this video because i only slept 2 hours and now i cant rest because my hubby wake me up🤪😅. BUT input will now better be remerbered in this state, best to learn for me. I say thank you very much and wishing you a great day and i will think about using seaweed as soon as i need it for my orchids💐🍀🍀🍀🙏

[@NinjaOrchids]

HI A. 😍💐 I really hope that you have gotten some much needed rest since you posted this comment, and thank you for your kind feedback 🫶🏼 I have been extremely tired because of my rib injury seeing as I can't breathe properly, so yes, my brain is a little foggy as well. I am unable to focus and concentrate because of the lack of oxygen, so I really hope that you have managed to get some rest and are feeling better. Thank you for watching 🫶🏼 hope your day is already beautiful ❤️🌸

[@amyredding422]

This is really interesting subject 🙂 I might try seaweed and see how it goes with my cattleya. I'm new to growing cattleya, I have a mini variety at the moment. Seaweed might just help it along abit 🤞 I do live in the UK so anything helps 🤣 have a lovely day Nina

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Amy 🤩💐 thank you for your kind feedback! I am glad that you found this video interesting and ... if you have any questions as you start using seaweed, then, let me know and we can trouble shoot together at any given time! Consider it a treat for your orchids... like chocolate! In moderation, there are no harmful side effects... now, if I could apply that with my chocolate consumption, then... (we won't go there!) 🤣🤣 thank you for watching, Amy!! Have yourself a beautiful day in the UK! Did you guys get torrential rain? I don't know where I heard that, maybe a YT weather channel, but apparently it was really bad and a lot of it! 🤔

[@amyredding422]

@@NinjaOrchids Hi Nina sorry for the late reply. We had quite a down pour a few weeks back, it was heavy 😬 Now we have a 'heatwave' going on, well for us in the UK i think anything over 22C is classed as a heatwave 🤣 I joke but its 28C where I am today, tomorrow is 30C. At least my orchids are loving the weather hehe hope your well Nina x

[@FernandaNascimentoOrchids]

🦒🤩💐🎠!!! Great topic. I find seaweed extract particularly useful for new comers as a first hydrating solution together with magnesium and calcium. For established orchids I use it regularly, not more than once a month alternating with calcium nitrate and Epson salts. It may be a good practice to use it to help vigorous growth, thanks for the advice. I buy it in liquid or powder form depending on what is available at my local shop. TDS and pH meters are such wonderful helpers, I wouldn't know how to live without them. Remember our arsenal vídeos 😜? I look around my working space and it still amazes me the amount of stuff we need🤣. Have a great thursday ( already😯?), enjoy the nice warm long days amiga mia. Much love to you and yours 🤗😍❤️

[@NinjaOrchids]

FFF 🙌🏼🤸🏼‍♀️🙌🏼🥰💐 for newcomers, fundamental! I don't welcome them into my collection without seaweed, either. I have never used it in powder form, I cannot even get liquid form here in my garden centres. That is so weird! I remember the arsenal videos and what a shame they didn't take hold. 😔 The other day, I was wondering as to where I can cut down with my supplies and orchid paraphernalia, and quickly came to the conclusion, I can't, so... just leave it! 😅 Imagine getting rid of stuff and then suddenly... I NEED that! That would be annoying 😅 Thursday already, yes! Incredible. Mid July ... goodness me! It really makes no sense to see time fly like this. But, I do hope that you have a good one, and that there is a moment in the day that you can stop the clock and fully enjoy all the ongoings 🥰 thank you for your kind comment, I really appreciate it, meine liebe Freundin! Wishing you a beautiful Thursday 🌸❤️

[@Ian-pf2pw]

Great tips! I am using the recommended dosage that is on the bottle and it bumps my TDS of about 30-40 ppm so I guess I was doing it right 🌱 😃

[@NinjaOrchids]

Ian! HI! 🤩💐 you have great seaweed then... if the dosage comes out to that!! May I ask which brand you are using? In case someone else reads this comment and looks the product up, I am sure it would really help. Thank you! Also for watching, thank you!! Have a great Thursday, Ian 🤗🌸

[@Ian-pf2pw]

@@NinjaOrchids it is also called Kelpmax. It’s a white and pale green bottle very commonly used by orchids growers here the americas!

[@NinjaOrchids]

Oh, I think I know which one... possibly First Rays? I wish amazon had that here in Europe! Good stuff!! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Ian-pf2pw]

@@NinjaOrchids yes! Thats the one

[@ancientorchids]

6:02 Hi Nina!! What interesting looking moss you have, I swear when I was younger I saw "moss" like that 🤔 🤔 🤔 🙈🙈😂😂😂…stop it Nina, moving on..😂😂 I have always been scared to try sea weed because I feel like orchids would never encounter that in nature but then again, when would they encounter clay balls, calmag and LED lights in nature right? I’m going to try it because I do have a stubborn psychopsis that refuses to grow any roots, I’m desperate and want to see it succeed and this might be the answer, great video! ❤️❤️😂😂🙈

[@NinjaOrchids]

Daniel, hi!! 🤩💐 that moss is a rarity in my collection.... hardly seen anymore 😅 you are right, they would never encounter seaweed as such in nature, but, they have the hormones that seaweed has.... and that is what I call the magic behind why its good stuff. Same hormones, as a little boost, nothing that the orchid doesn't already produce on it's own. Everything in moderation, and you will see... I am sure your psychopsis is going to respond. Give it seaweed one / week for the first month and then one a month from then on. Not that you are going to OD it, but you are going to signal it's own hormone make up to get a move on! Let me know in any video how things go! Is it hot enough where it lives? Getting good light? The light is important to help the orchid understand it is go time! Especially psychopsis!! Thank you so much for watching and for giving me a good giggle with your comment and my fabulous moss 👍🏼👍🏼 Have a great day, Daniel 😍🌸

[@stephenorchids4943]

Hi Nina what about bottle still water would you still check the ph ? Great video Nina 👍😘

[@NinjaOrchids]

Stephen, hi! 🥰💐 absolutely, yes 👍🏼 When it comes to administering nutrients to water for plants, but in our case, orchids, measuring pH is important otherwise we may just be putting stuff into the water but the goodies are locked out because the pH is too high / low. Thank you, Stephen, for your positive feedback, really appreciate your time, your comment and your support! Have yourself a great day 😘🌸

[@agnes-m9m]

Thanks for the informative talk on seaweed. I have been watering very weakly my orchids including the seedlings during winter 😬 now I know that it is not advisable 😅😊

[@NinjaOrchids]

Agnes, hi 😍💐 I appreciate you also watching this video, thank YOU! Weakly over the winter, should not pose any problems... however, I am glad you saw this video because now you can determine which orchids still can benefit from the seaweed in weak concentrations, because, those in active growth, definitely still benefit from it, no matter the time of year / season (for us) ... I do not want to impose, but your comment reminded me of a video that I have on Seasonal Orchid Care, which I will link here should you be interested. It is not what you think or maybe it is? 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ2zqmSCgLJnick ❤️🌸

[@ninan3311]

Love theppm and ph. I was doing less!! :)

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Nina 😍💐 I am glad that this video was informative for you! I appreciate the feedback 🫶🏼 hope you had a wonderful day and I wish you a great Thursday 🫶🏼❤️🌸

[@MattbyNature]

Aw, plant hormones. Reminds me of the plant physiology lectures in my undergrad haha. I've never used seaweed extract maybe I should. But the one in your amazon link is unavailable. Let's see what Dehner has haha

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Matt 🤗💐 Dehner should have something similar. If the link is unavailable, then on the bottom, there are recommendations which has a double offer of the KelpMax and a bottle of BigRoot. Same brand, same company. I have never used the Root product, but, maybe, when I run out of my seaweed, I will give it a go on some orchids that are still eligible for a hormone boost. I hope that what I said made sense to the educated mind of your's. I have to keep things simple, in my head, because I get easily overwhelmed. That is why chemistry was a real struggle for me... I could not suss out the logic behind it, where as physics... made total sense 😅 There are opposing opinions regarding seaweed, but... I love the stuff! For me, it is like the chocolate treat that I overindulge in, but my orchids don't get that overindulgence, because I control how much they get... whereas, there is no one out there who controls how much chocolate I eat 🤣🤣 thank you for watching this video, Matt! Really appreciate you and it has been great meeting you on this platform! Have a great Saturday 🥰🌸

[@monicagabay5497]

Hi, Nina! Thank you for this excellent and very informative video. I just bought a small bottle of seaweed extract to give it a try, as some of my plants are still growing even though we are in automn now. As Murphy Law prescribes, we now got a cold spell, so I guess it will have to wait until spring. 😁

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Monica 😍 💐thank YOU so muhc for your kind comment and encouraging feedback! Also, thank you for taking time to watch the video. The support is greatly appreciated 🙏🏼 may I suggest a video that could bring some insight into why our calender winters have no effect on when we do what for our orchids? The video covers seasonal orchid care, and it is not what many think it is! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ2zqmSCgLJnick I am certain that your bottle of seaweed will come in good use if you consider observing your orchids based on the information provided in that video 😊 please ask any questions you may have, should you find a moment to watch the linked video. 🫶🏼 I hope that your day was beautiful, Monica. Know that you are appreciated 🫶🏼❤️🌸

[@monicagabay5497]

@@NinjaOrchids Hi, Nina! Thank you for your valuable advice. I will watch the video you kindly suggested. Have a lovely day!🌸

[@nicoleallen3079]

Thank you so much Nina!! Having you tell me helps so much more then trying to read the stinking labels. My eyesight has gone the way of the dodo’s 🦤. Do you use a particular measuring cup? What kind of Ph meter do you suggest getting? Does the Ph level dictate the amount of seaweed?

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Nicole 😍💐 I use 1tbsp / US gallon, which brings my water to 40ppm. Whichever brand you choose to go with, test the Total Disolved Solids (TDS) with the gadget, and then again as you add the seaweed. This way, you have a base number which you add to when you add seaweed (or any fertilizer for that matter). So, let's say your water had a TDS of 20 ppm, after adding your seaweed, it should be 60 ppm. I hope that makes sense. Any of the more economical pH meters that you see on amazon will do the trick US - amzn.to/3tqatY6 here is a link that should take you to a pH meter similar to mine, or.. you can browse from the suggestions. But, no need to spend $$ on them. For our purposes the conventional cheaper makes will do just fine. Same with the TDS meter. US - amzn.to/3gftNDC the pH level does not dictate the amount of seaweed. It's importance is for nutrient absorption no matter how much or little seaweed you were to add 😃 I hope I am answering your questions adequately. keep asking if I did not do so and we can keep going until I am able to explain things properly 😬 thank you so much for watching, Nicole and taking the time to leave a comment, ask questions! 🌸

[@joyrevert817]

Hi Nina! 😇🌸 Great video, great information. Thank you. Knowing when to use really helps. My liquid seaweed extract doesn’t really affect the TDS very much but it definitely darkens the water 🤷‍♀️ . Is there a right or good sequence to combining different fertilizers or supplements? 🥼🥽🔮Say, if I’m adding seaweed extract and Cal Mag, which is added first, second, etc. Or adding silicone with fertilizer? I know you’re not a scientist 🥼but do you have a theory 🧐 or suggestion even, or does it really matter. Or maybe, don’t combine these things in one feeding but do these individuallly! Thank you for considering my question. Have a great day lady! 🌸🌸🌸

[@NinjaOrchids]

Number 5!! 🙌🏼🤸🏼‍♀️🤸🏼‍♀️🙌🏼😍💐 thank you for your positive feedback! So... maybe your seaweed doesn't have many of the trace elements? If you would like to send me a pic of your label by email, close up? That is strange that it does not affect your TDS. Interesting! There is in actual fact a good sequence of combining fertilizers with supplements. Paige's request has created a domino effect, so... watch this space 😅 but, let me answer your questions to the best of my ability here. Combining fertilizers with supplements... not a problem if one is synthetic and the other is organic, or organic with organic. Never combine synthetic with synthetic. So, I would never put silicone in a fertilizer mix, that will always be administered separately. Seaweed and CalMag, it makes no difference which comes first. BUT, if you were to use Epsom salts as your Magnesium source, then it must be dissolved completely first and added first before adding the Calcium component and adding the seaweed. Magnesium has a tendency to bind itself to anything and everything and create a sludge if it isn't dissolved first. That is why CalMag comes with chelated iron... it separates the Magnesium molecules from the calcium molecules (acts as a buffer) to avoid the binding and rendering the product useless. I hope I am making sense. If you use anything organic mixed with synthetic, don't store it! Finish the batch same day, maybe extend to next day, but never longer than that, because the characteristics will change with time and then you don't know what the nutrient solution is doing. 1 day use, no more than 2 if you happen to have mixed too much for one day. Let me know if what I am saying makes sense, or if you have any further questions OR, if I did not answer your questions properly and misinterpreted 😬 thank you so much for watching, Joy! And for your comment / questions!! Have a beautiful day 🌸

[@joyrevert817]

@@NinjaOrchids Nina! Great advise as always! 😇 I copied and pasted to Notes so I can reference. I have been mixing up wrong concoctions, oops 😬. What is synthetics exactly? 🙄 😒 I get seaweed is organic and silicone is synthetic. I’m guessing cal mag is organic since you mix seaweed and Cal Mag?? . Ok…so the Mom in me says “they’re gonna mix in the (stomach) pot”! 🤣 I always wondered about using leftover solutions, now I know. Well…my plants are doing well even with the unintentional abuse. 😜 I will email a pic of the seaweed I’ve been using. Thank you for passing your knowledge on to me. 🌸🌸

[@NinjaOrchids]

@@joyrevert817 anything that is produced or manufactured as a fertilizer is synthetic. MSU, Jacks.... in Europe, Rainmix, you get organic fertilizers derived from organisms and poop from penguins or bats (guano) the rest... synthetic. CalMag is synthetic and that is why it is ok to mix it with organic because they won't clash (again, best practice is, immediate use). Because synthetics have 'stuff' in them to make sure that all nutrients release at the right time and evenly balanced, they can change the characteristics of the organic components over time. I hope that makes sense. Mix a synthetic with a synthetic, and then the components start to interact in a way that each product would not do if used on it's own. You can store a synthetic fertilizer batch for a week or more, but 'who has that kind of space' 🤣 anything organic needs to be used up asap, especially if temperatures are high. Like, if you put butter out on your counter and have the sun on it, it will change it's characteristics and go rancid after some time. Same with anything organic, and that is also why, its best to store those in the fridge. I am glad that your orchids are doing well... all this can sound totally unnecessary, but it would be a shame to do something and not get the best benefits out of it. Or, have to spend more money because it has gone off and isn't useable anymore.

[@carolesykes7955]

Hi Nina, a couple of questions about how to use it. I was using Orchid Focus Ultra which I think is a seaweed type extract in addition to their Grow formula. When measuring the tds at the amount they recommend using, the ppm didn't change at all from what it was with just the Grow solution but the surface roots on Phals were turning brown. I don't know if this was burning or staining so I stopped using it. Now I've recently changed to Rainmix. Should I feed with seaweed on its own or add it to the Rainmix until the tds increases say from 200 to 240ppm or should I drop the amount of Rainmix so the total is still 200?

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Carole 🤩💐 thank you for watching and your questions! The roots turning brown can be from staining, but, if they are shrivelling at that area as well, not firm anymore then it is a burn because the tissue was compromised. Staining is something that will happen even if the concentration is diluted, when the air dries the aerial roots faster than the velamen can absorb it. That is why a lot of people say to, first mist the roots and then fertilize. I am impartial to misting the roots before fertilizing. The orchid will absorb nutrients regardless of having wet roots first or not. In the case of phals, are they mounted? If so, I would mist the roots, then fertilize and keep away from a fan, so that the solution has time to be absorbed. If in doubt, or a fan is needed because there are other orchids around that need the air flow, then I would go back and flush the roots that came in contact with the solution before they have a chance to completely dry. If the phals are potted up, then use the submerge pot in solution watering method, and only fill the solution just below the level of the roots exposed at the surface. Let me know if your roots are still plump where the staining is, because it may just be a simple case of staining. Doesn't look nice, but no harm to the roots or the orchid. You can add your seaweed to the RainMix and take your total ppm to 240. This way your fertilizing strength remains the same and you supplement with seaweed. I would not do this at every watering though. If this makes sense... please let me know, and especially, if it doesn't make sense or you have any further questions that my reply may have brought up 🤗🤗 this can be a rabbit hole... even if, for example, for the time being you do not have questions but further down the line. Ask under any video of the day, it doesn't have to be this one. 👍🏼 hope some of this helps 😬🙏🏼

[@carolesykes7955]

@@NinjaOrchids thanks Nina, yes you have answered my questions. The roots were still plump so I guess it was staining as you say and I will buy a fresh bottle of seaweed as it hasn't been in the fridge and add it once a month to the Rainmix solution. Even though I grow in organic media I still find your videos very helpful, thanks again 🥰

[@NinjaOrchids]

I appreciate your support, Carole, thank you! 🙌🏼

[@BBQNBLUES]

Nina; Have you ever used Bat Guano "Tea"? (as a supplement) I've been trying it out on my Vandas. Making them think they're hanging in the trees being 'fertilized' naturally :)

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hey!! 🤩💐 like clockwork... Thursday and you ring in the weekend vibe with your name 🤸🏼‍♀️🙌🏼😅 thank you for being and bringing that vibe with you 🙌🏼 I have not used that stuff since I was in Germany growing houseplants in selfwatering and leca. I think that it is wonderful stuff and your vandas will do really well with it. For sure.. the way you grow them and then applying that stuff... its a winner! Thank you so much for watching and... I wish you a great day 🤩🌸

[@joycemathews9554]

Thank you Ma'am for your valuable information which was very very clear and useful. Ma'am, I got seaweed granules from Amazon. So in what measurement can I use it to orchid.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Joyce 😍💐 welcome! I have not seen you here before, so a warm warm welcome and a big thank you for being here, for commenting and for your question, I appreciate your time very much 🫶🏼 if you go by the manufacturer's label for your dosage, please measure how many ppm of seaweed comes out as a result. I would not go above 100 ppm. Sometimes, these products are meant for all plants, and the manufacturer recommends the dosage assuming the consumer will use it on houseplants. So, your absolute highest concentration should be 100ppm and no higher. I have to dilute mine down, which is great because it stretches the product out and lasts much longer. Please let me know if this helped answer your question. If you have any further questions, never hesitate to ask!! 👍🏼 I hope you are already having a wonderful day and once again, welcome 🫶🏼❤️🌸

[@BrandNewCherrelle]

Hi again Nina! Came back to this video to get some tips on using organic fertiliser/stimulants. I’ve just purchased a bottle of Kelpmax but it’s a few months past the manufacturer’s expiration date. Have you ever used any expired ones before and how do they do on your orchids? I’m nervous to use it but I see many people online who say it should be fine as they last a few years after the date on the bottle. Is this a good idea..? I’d appreciate any of your wonderful wisdom😊🙏🏾

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Cherrell😍💐 it is so good to see you again! I hope that you are doing well 🫶🏼 as long as your product does not smell like something coming out of a decaying swamp with a seriously offensive rotting smell, then you are ok to use your kelpmax. I don't know if you stored it in the refrigerator all this time, but that would be advisable so that it doesn't go bad moving forward. I have had KelpMax in the refrigerator for months, without using it, and it was just fine. IF your product looks to have broken down and isn't an even color anymore, but the components show up a little spotty, tiny black dots, meaning it has separated, as long as it doesn't have the nasty smell of rot / decay, you can still use it. SOME of it will still be effective and I would not double the dosis, even if it has separated. The little black spots are concentrated seaweed that has split from the liquid, but it is still seaweed, so no need to change the concentration as per what you would normally do. I hope that this was helpful and if you are not sure about what you are seeing based on what I described, then please let me know what your KelpMax looks like 👍🏼 it should smell like the sea. Some don't like that smell, but that is not what I am referring to when I say offensive smell. Old flower vase water nasty smell is more along the lines of what I am referring to, as a reference. That is when I suggest to throw it away and not use it 😬 thank you so much for revisiting this video and for your question / trust in me. I hope you are having a beautiful day, Cherrelle 🫶🏼❤️🌸

[@BrandNewCherrelle]

@@NinjaOrchids omg thank you so much! That’s very helpful. I’ve only just had it delivered around 5 days ago so it’s completely unopened. I’ll store in the fridge from now too😊 also I just realised it’s Kelpak not Kelpmax but my guess is it’s the same thing. I really appreciate the info! 🫶🏾😊

[@NinjaOrchids]

You are very welcome! I am glad that it helped out and your are good to go 🫶🏼

[@michelleslifeonrepeat]

Your welcome cocktail...please don't serve it to me when visit. Lol I'll take some ice water please.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Michelle 🤗💐 really? How come? 🤣 a little dose of Kelp... mmmhhh, in a blender as a smoothie? No?? Well, I can always offer you a shot of silicone which you can wash down with the ice water 👍🏼👍🏼😅 thank you for making me chuckle!! Have a great day, Michelle! Really appreciate your time watching this video 😍🌸

[@michelleslifeonrepeat]

@@NinjaOrchids just a little bit to wash out the pipes, huh. Lol have fun today .

[@richardlawton1023]

Isnt that the same seaweed extract that is sold in USA as FirstRays Kelpak seaweed extract....isnt that the South African extract? Thanks

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Richard 😍💐 not the same, to my understanding. I cannot get what FirstRays recommends, and was not going to spend the money to ship it. I found something as close as possible, with the South African kelp strain, yes. However, I had to change the seaweed this year, because what I was getting in the mail from this brand was garbage, unfortunately. It had already separated by the time it reached me, and that was not only one shipment, but several in a row, sooo yeah. Miss this stuff, because it ticked all the boxes 👍🏼 thank you so much for watching, Richard! I hope you are having a fabulous Sunday ❤️🌸

[@shahroozbanaei5301]

Hello, Thanks for your video but I cannot find where I can order seaweed extract in Europe? Can you please insert a link here? The only link I found relevant under here was the link to fertiliser in general and I am not sure the fertiliser means seaweed to you! :) Thanks again

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Shahrooz 😍💐 welcome! I have not seen you here before, so a warm warm welcome and a big thank you for being here, for watching and for your comment. Your time and support is appreciated 🫶🏼 no, fertiliser does not mean seaweed to me, and I am glad that you pointed out the difference, because many people throw everything under the 'fertiliser' umbrella, which is actually a pet peeve of mine. It is possible the link is older, but I do not purchase this product anymore. I used to get it on amazon, but 2 deliveries gave me terrible quality. The components had separated. Unfortunately, because I was super happy with it. But if it is not stored properly, it goes bad and that is what I was getting. The past year, 2023, was the first time I used the following seaweed www.growland.biz/Terra-Aquatica-Seaweed-100-pure-seaweed-extract-1L and was super happy with it. I did not see it perform any better than what I used previously. The results were pretty much the same. If you would like to see what it looks like, I open the bottle in this video for the first time to check consistency and ppm pH values kzbin.info/www/bejne/npzcn6aMqdaUe68. I hope that my reply was helpful! And I hope you had a wonderful day, as well as look forward to seeing you more often. Wishing you a fabulous weekend, and once again, welcome 🫶🏼❤️🌸

[@Emilio-sq6gb]

Hello - you mentioned shiny leaves... I have a very healthy looking C.Lueddemanniana with plump leaves and pseudobulbs and good roots. The new shoots are shiny, but the older leaves are opaque - should I be worried? Thanks for the help.

[@NinjaOrchids]

HI Emilio 😍💐 welcome!! I have not seen you here before, so a warm warm welcome and a big thank you to you for being here, for watching the video! I appreciate your time and comment as well, thank you 🫶🏼 there is nothing to be worried about. Especially on cattleya orchids, the older leaves will turn opaque as they age because with the maturity of the growth, the outer cuticle also hardens off. This helps the orchid to conserve the moisture loss in the event of environmental stressors. The new growths will always be shiny because they are in their growth phase, and at this stage they are more vulnerable for all kinds of attacks from pests, because their cuticle is not fully developed yet. Once the new growth matures, eventually it will turn opaque again. I hope that this puts your mind at rest 👍🏼 let me know if you have any further questions, in the meantime, I hope you are having a great weekend and once again, welcome 🫶🏼❤️🌸

[@Emilio-sq6gb]

@@NinjaOrchids Ah thanks. I'm just starting out with orchids and its quite the learning curve...

[@NinjaOrchids]

👍🏼 definitely!! And guess, what... that is why we do it! No matter how long I have grown orchids and what I feel I know about them, there are some shockers that make me question 'what am I doing wrong?' So... 😅 it never ends but it is wonderful even if painful at times!! 🫶🏼

[@iolandaspinosa1138]

How do you translate 40 parts per million in milliliters per liter of water? Thank anyone who might help me.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Hi Iolanda😍💐 welcome! I have not seen you here before, so a warm warm welcome and a big thank you for being here, for watching and your question!! Much appreciated 🫶🏼 may I ask if you are asking translate 40ppm into another measurement or 1 liter based on this being the metric reference. I do apologize that I did not do any conversion in this instance. I try to be extremely mindful of always converting metric measurement references into US equivalents, but I must have missed that in this instance. Thank you for bringing that to my attention!! I don't want to answer your question based on an assumption and hope to hear back from you 🫶🏼 hope you are having a wonderful week and once again, welcome ❤️🌸

[@iolandaspinosa1138]

Thank you for such a warm welcome! Yes, I’m new here. Based on your videos I’ve been testing lava rock with my cattleyas and so far I’m very excited about the results! Here in Brazil we have metric system and the dosage usually comes in milliliters of the substance per liter of water (if liquid) or grams if powder. We don’t have the gadget you show in the video. So, here Iam bothering you with my question. The videos and the knowledge you share are precious! Thank you very very much. 🌷

[@NinjaOrchids]

@@iolandaspinosa1138 oh wonderful!! You are from Brazil!! 🙌🏼 OK, so, without any measuring device and no matter the amount of water you may even want to use in future, start slowly with half a teaspoon and see the color of your water. It should have the color of a weak tea. Like a breakfast tea. If you get it a little darker than the weak tea color, don't worry. The color of the water just shouldn't be dark brown. You should still be able to see the bottom of your container you are preparing to put seaweed in. 👍🏼 allow me to also thank you for watching all previous videos and for your kind feedback. I am.so so pleased that you are seeing great results with your cattleyas in lava rock 🙌🏼 best feedback and thank you for letting me know 🥰