This trailing pothos with glowing, neon green leaves, adds that touch of vibrancy to your houseplant collection that you didn’t know you needed. The neon pothos does not require too much attention, nor is it fussy about being grown indoors. Follow my neon pothos plant … How to Care for Neon Pothos? read more »
If transparent plastic containers don’t boast the aesthetics you’re hoping for, glass containers may be a reliable alternative for growing orchids. These offer the same benefits to orchids as clear plastic pots, with a few caveats, however. Below, I discuss the merits of growing your … How to Grow Orchids in Glass Containers? read more »
Cymbidium orchids are peculiar compared to Moth Orchids in that they thrive best in moderate temperatures, an aspect that has implications regarding its re-flowering. Besides temperature, other factors like lighting and watering also influence blooming. If you’re worried that your cymbidium orchid might not re-bloom, … Why Cymbidium Orchid Not Flowering? read more »
If you have a new pet in the house or you’ve bought an orchid to a home with a few pets, you might be worried if orchids are toxic to them. Many plants can cause toxicity to cats or dogs, so it’s best to do … Are Orchids Safe or Toxic to Pets? read more »
Love them or hate them, air roots on Phalaenopsis orchids will sometimes make an appearance. Why does this happen? Should you be worried? And most importantly, should you cut them off? Air roots on orchids are roots that grow above the soil. You can see … Why do Orchids Grow Air Roots? read more »
Searching for orchids to add to your collection? Whether you’re a first-time orchid owner or considering expanding your existing collection, I created a list of 10 orchid types that you should definitely check out. Moth Orchid (Phalaenopsis) Phalaenopsis, also known as Moth orchids, are the … 10 Popular Orchid Types Every Collector Should Have read more »
While orchids don’t fare well if they’re overwatered, they do have a bit of tolerance to being underwatered. But just how long can your orchids go without water? And how do you keep them hydrated when you’re on vacation? I will help you tackle the … How Long Can Orchids Survive Without Watering? read more »
Orchids are great at bringing in a bit of nature to your home, but they also gather quite a bit of dust. Rain will usually clean outdoor plants of dust but cleaning the leaves of houseplants befalls on us. Cleaning orchid leaves should be easy … How to Clean Orchid Leaves from Dust? read more »
If you’ve been fertilizing your orchid before blooming, you may wonder if you should continue to fertilize it when your orchid enters the highly anticipated blooming phase. There are different fertilizers for different purposes including fertilizers that stimulate orchid blooming. Because orchids are rather sensitive … Can You Fertilize Orchids When Blooming? read more »
Orchids stems losing their color signals a problem that needs your attention. Normally, a healthy orchid stem will be green and firm to the touch. Some changes in color may be easy to remedy with some adjustments in the plant’s environment, others may signal a … Why do Orchid Stems Losing Color? read more »
