Here you can learn how to grow orchids in your home. I’ve wrote several articles on various topics related to orchids, which will give you insights on how to water, fertilize, prevent and combat pests and diseases while growing beautiful orchids. If you are a beginner, start with this orchid care guide.
We often see orchids with roots spilling out of the pots or just floating in the air above the pot. Some of these roots are growing from a higher point of the stem. These are called aerial roots. It is easy to think that something … How to Repot an Orchid with Lots of Aerial Roots? read more »
After blooming, orchids enter a hibernating (resting) period. The flowers then will die and will fall off. But this is the cycle of life, isn’t it? To get new blooms from your orchids, you need to help them to get the energy for it. This … How to Prune an Orchid? The Complete Guide read more »
Cattleya Orchids are the most beautiful and exotic orchids of all. There are about 50 species of Cattleya and these are native in Central America through the Amazon region to the south of Brazil. Because these orchids are so fascinating and are growing in large … How to Care for Cattleya Orchids? read more »
If you are a beginner, the controversial information about misting orchids can be overwhelming. There are so many articles about this, but most of them are on one side only. Some say mist them; others say do not mist orchids. But let’s be critical. Why … Misting Orchids – The Complete Guide for Beginners read more »
Orchids come in many colors, shades, and patterns. Vibrant red, pink, white, salmon, purple, and I could continue. These flowers are loved for this feature. You can have many orchids in your home, and none of them will be similar to each other. But what … Blue Orchids – Are They Real or Fake? read more »
If you have orchids in your house, you might know, that sometimes you have to repot them. You might know the process of repotting, also the signs of why you should repot them. But how do you know WHEN to repot your orchids? If you … When to Repot Your Orchids? 5 Things to Consider read more »
If you are a new orchid owner, you might question yourself when you should repot and how do you know if your plant needs repotting. In this article, I will describe what signs to look for. Usually, orchids, especially Phalaenopsis orchids, need repotting every one … Why to Repot Your Orchids? 5 Things to Consider read more »
When taking care of an orchid plant, you must take into consideration many things, such as light, watering, temperature. Many people don’t know, but the type of pot that they are using for the orchid plants is as important as the other things which I … 7 Best Orchid Pots for Healthy & Beautiful Plants read more »
Usually, orchids are potted in bark, moss, and other components but not soil such as our other house plants. Watering improperly causes more orchid death than any other reason. As orchids are different from the other typical house plants, they need to be watered differently … What Kind of Water is Best for Orchids? read more »
Phalaenopsis Orchids are very popular house plants. They can be easily found in supermarkets and florists; they have large blooms and they come in many colors. Orchids are exotic beauties and they don’t need too much attention, are easy to take care of to bloom … 10 Fun & Interesting Facts About Phalaenopsis Orchids read more »
