Cool-growing orchids, including cymbidiums, odontoglossums, masdevallias and many paphiopedilum, prefer nighttime temperatures between 50 and 55 degrees F and daytime temperatures between 60 and...
Warm-growing orchids, including vandas and phalaenopsis, prefer nighttime temperatures between 60 and 65 degrees F and daytime temperatures between 70 and 85 degrees F. Here's how to take care of...
Intermediate-growing orchids, including cattleyas, dendrobiums, many oncidiums and some paphiopedilum, prefer nighttime temperatures between 55 and 60 degrees F and daytime temperatures between 65...
Repot your orchids every two years, or when you notice the potting medium - the "soil" in which they're planted - starting to break into smaller pieces.
Bringing orchids into your home will provide you with beautiful, long-lasting flowering plants that can be a graceful accent to any part of the house. How to choose the best orchid for your home?...
Terrestrial orchids grow in the ground in the garden. They prefer woodland shade, and bloom with delicate flowers. Grow terrestrial orchids in USDA zones 4 to 8.
Orchids are beautiful flowers but can be difficult to get them to bloom time and again. More than one orchid has been purchased with the expectation of repeat flowers, only to show nothing but...
Growing exotic orchids can seem a difficult task, as many species of the beautiful flower can be finicky about their environment. Choosing the right plant for the right area of growth is an...
Orchids require special care and nurturing and they will reward your efforts with beautiful blooms, often for months. Repotting orchids can be a scary venture, especially if you’ve spent a lot of...
With thousands of species growing on every continent except Antarctica, orchids are characterized by their stunning blooms. Though notoriously difficult to care for, you can grow orchids indoors...
Orchids are truly one of nature's most beautiful flowers. Most people with even a small "green thumb" can grow an orchid as a potted plant. As with any delicate flower, fertilizing an orchid can...
If you have an orchid plant, then you know how beautiful these flowers are when they bloom. An orchid contains three inner and outer petals, which gives it a very exotic appearance. When caring...
Orchids are known for being delicate flowers that are difficult to care for. But by maintaining the right environment, you can successfully grow your favorite orchids year round. The process will...
When buying an orchid, it is easy to look at the top of the pot and assume the quality of the soil is consistent throughout. If you want to ensure that you are purchasing a high quality orchid...
Orchids grow in potting mix made of bark and/or pebbles, which make them unstable, wobbly and eventually fall over if not stabilized. You need to stabilize your orchid in a pot, so the beautiful,...
The key to growing beautiful, healthy and thriving orchids requires keeping the root system fresh and clean. Trimming the roots and cleaning the debris around the roots keeps the orchids healthy....
Leaf drop is a common problem with orchids both for beginners and experienced orchid growers. Eventually, leaf drop may get so bad, you have a large section of the orchid cane without any leaves...
Repotting an orchid is necessary, depending on the age of the plant, every 6 months to 3 years, when new mix is needed, or the plant outgrows the pot. The best time to repot an orchid is during...
In the wild, orchids grow on trees, at the base of trees or on rocks. Because of their unique native environments, orchids require different supplies than most house plants. Beginners must stock...
Orchids are a finicky but beautiful and diverse flowering plant. If you've never cared for an orchid be prepared for a little more trial and error. Even seasoned orchid lovers experiment and fail...
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