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How to Grow and Enjoy Orchids

I have over thirty orchids in my yard. Lots of different varieties and colors. My friends tell me I have a "green" thumb, but, I have some tricks for caring for my orchids. Knowing the right light and where your orchid is happy is... Recent Article published on 12/19/2009 by maryladd

How to Care For A Phalaenopsis Orchid Part II: Repotting Basics

Healthy orchids need repotted once every two years or so. While repotting may sound intimidating, it isn't at all... in fact, it's quite easy and enjoyable. Recent Article published on 11/25/2009 by SarahElizabeth

How to Care For A Phalaenopsis Orchid Part II: Repotting

Healthy orchids need repotted once every two years or so to accomodate their leaf and root expansion. While repotting may sound intimidating, it isn't at all... in fact, it's quite easy and enjoyable! Recent Article published on 12/2/2009 by SarahElizabeth

How to Choose the Right Fertilizer for Orchid Growth and Bloom

With all the different fertilizers out there, how do you know which one is right for your orchids? Every company has their version of a 'Growth' formula and a 'Bloom' formula and promises that they will give you the largest blooms and the... Recent Article published on 11/18/2009 by Calwest Tropical

How to Root an Orchid

Every so often an orchid grower is challenged with a rootless plant. Orchids can loose their roots due to root rot (over watering or media that stays too moist), severe dehydration, disease, or pests. While it make seem like the orchid is now a... Recent Article published on 12/7/2009 by orchidgirl

How to Mount Hanging Orchids on Cork Bark

Orchids grow naturally from trees in tropic areas throughout the world and mounting them on cork bark is the closest you can get to reproducing their natural growing environment right in your own home. It is also a very nice way to display them... Recent Article published on 11/6/2009 by Calwest Tropical

How to Take Care of an Indoor Orchid

Orchids are a beautiful flower that make any home go from bland to eclectic. They are the perfect design feature for modern and Asian inspired designs, but they are also wonderful assets even if your home is traditional. They key to having an... Recent Article published on 11/5/2009 by Bobbi Leder

How to Grow a Phalaenopsis Orchid

This article is intended to aid anyone who has recently purchased a phalaenopsis orchid and does not know how to care for it. Orchids are beautiful houseplants that require slightly more attention and care than other plants. That being said, it... Recent Article published on 11/9/2009 by keekies12

How to Identify and Eliminate Orchid Pests

There are a number of different pests commonly associated with orchids. Here is a brief description of how to identify each type and how to get rid of them. Recent Article published on 10/28/2009 by Calwest Tropical

How to Apply Neem Oil

Neem Oil is a broad spectrum pesticide, miticide, nematicide and fungicide. It repels a wide variety of pests including the mealy bug, aphids, thrips, whiteflies, mites, fungus gnats, beetles, moth larvae, mushroom flies, leafminers,... Recent Article published on 10/28/2009 by Calwest Tropical