Growing orchids under lights is a good step to take when you run out of windowsill space or want to give your plants more humidity and a more controlled climate. It's a more sophisticated way of growing orchids indoors. First, decide where you want your orchid-growing setup. Lots of pe...
Also, it needs regular watering – mainly if grown in pots (more than in the ground). Tip: The pussy willow thrives well outside than indoors. But in winter, move the pot to a sheltered area to protect your plant from extreme conditions. Also, be ready to repot it every few years a...
This entry was posted on June 6, 2014, in Growing Orchids and tagged grow orchids, growing an orchid, growing orchids, how to grow orchids. Leave a comment Discover The Secret Strategies To Easily Growing Orchids Indoors Jun6 A popular myth about orchids is they are very difficult to grow....
The right mix mimics an orchid's natural growing conditions on tree bark, allowing roots to access air and moisture as needed. When repotting, choose a blend specific to your orchid type for optimal growth. Regularly check and replace the mix every couple of years to maintain health. Be Min...
The right mix mimics an orchid's natural growing conditions on tree bark, allowing roots to access air and moisture as needed. When repotting, choose a blend specific to your orchid type for optimal growth. Regularly check and replace the mix every couple of years to maintain health. ...
The best part about growing peas in containers is you can control the temperature and growing conditions. Keep them indoors for a while until the weather starts to warm up or if you’re starting your young plants off outside on a balcony or patio, protect them using a cloche ormini greenh...
Margaret Roach: I’ve been enjoying the book. I had no idea about some of these… I mean, I knew vanilla was an orchid, but I didn’t think about sugarcane being in the grass family, and cinnamon related to laurels, and, oh my goodness, there’s a lot of possibilities, huh?
Hardy in zones 4 to 8, this late season bloomer grows best in partial shade and moist soil. The unique flowers are showy, resemble an orchid, but are very small. So, plant them in a lightly shaded border along a walk, patio or entryway where they ca...
Because it’s native to the Andes mountains in South America, nasturtium is a warm weather plant. However, it’s also an annual so it can grow during the summer in areas as cold as zone 2. When planted after the frost has passed, you’ll enjoy a long blooming season from May to Sep...
If you’ve been given an orchid plant or you’ve found one on sale in the veggie department at the grocery store, it is likely to be a phalaenopsis. The pretty, rugged plants come in a wide variety of colors, sizes, and styles. All are equally easy to care!