Orchid Bud Blast: 5 Top Causes for Drying/Dying Flower Buds
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There is nothing more frustrating than watching your orchid's flower buds grow and get ready to bloom, but only to have them dry up and die before they even open! There are many reasons why orchid bud blast occurs, so keep reading to find out the 5 top causes and what you can do to prevent this
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Orchid buds dry and fall! - Bud blast, causes and fixes!
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