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Algae growth
On some of my miniature orchids potted in NZ sphagnum moss there is a heavy growth of dark green algae. Does Algae thrive on Nitrogen? If so, is it preventing my orchids from getting Nitrogen when I fertilize?
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I think you will find that reducing the phosphorus has more impact than reducing the nitrogen.
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Thanks Ray.
Is the algae harmless?
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If it grows so heavily that it clogs airflow into the potting medium, it could be a problem, but other than that, it's of no particular consequence.
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