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 pest and diseases while growing beautiful orchids. If you are a beginner, start with this orchid care guide.
Seemingly out of nowhere you may come across a split leaf on your orchid. What happened? Why did your orchid’s leaf split? And should you be concerned? Orchid leaves splitting can signal a problem, but it can also happen because of no obvious reasons. It’s … Why are My Orchid Leaves Splitting? read more »
Have a home or apartment that doesn’t seem to get much sun? Things get worse during the winter months? Don’t worry, you can still keep your orchids in top shape with the help of LED grow lights. Orchids can’t tell the difference between natural light … 5 Best Grow LED Lights for Orchids read more »
There are too many roots on my orchid, they look healthy, but they are all over the place and don’t look esthetically pleasing. Can I cut them off? This is a question that I often get asked by my readers. Roots running amok on your … Can You Cut Off Orchid Roots? read more »
If tiny white bugs on your orchid have caught your eyes, you may be wondering what they are. You may also be worried about their impact on your orchids. And rightfully so. Like other houseplants, orchids too are exposed to the harmful effects of houseplant … How to Deal Tiny White Bugs on Orchid? read more »
Some orchid varieties are difficult to propagate, others are much easier, especially if they lend themselves to propagation from keikis. Phalaenopsis, Epidendrum, Oncidium and Dendrobium are just some of the orchid varieties that can be propagated through keikis with great success. If you’re unfamiliar with … How to Propagate Orchids with Keikis? read more »
Trimming orchid stems or spikes is one way to encourage the plant to bloom again. Except for Phalaenopsis orchids, most will not rebloom from an old stem, so cutting back the stem is a normal part of taking care of your orchid. To help you … How to Trim Orchid Stems after Flowering? read more »
Orchids produce blooms that can last for a couple of months. After the plant finishes blooming, it enters into a resting period that is needed to prepare the plant for the next blooming cycle. During this time, orchid owners may mistakenly believe their orchid won’t … How to Make Your Orchid Bloom Again? read more »
Orchid root rot is a common problem orchid owners face, especially novices. But root rot can sneak up even on experienced gardeners. How common is root rot in orchids? What causes it? And can you fix a root rot problem? In today’s article, I will … Why are Orchid Roots Rotting? read more »
At some point, you may notice your orchid’s leaves becoming limp, wrinkled, wilting, after which they may simply drop. Any time you see orchid leaves drooping, you should know that you’re dealing with a watering issue. And while limp leaves may lead you to think … Why are Orchid Leaves Dropping? read more »
I’m often surprised to hear that orchid owners toss out their plant after it’s finished blooming. This got me thinking that there must be some confusion about the lifespan of an orchid plant. Some orchid varieties like the Phalaenopsis will produce blooms that will last … How Long Do Orchid Plants Live? read more »
