This can help prevent it from becoming pot-bound and encourage more growth. ‘Try not to repot your orchid while it’s blooming. It can stress out the plant and can lead to buds falling off,’ says Vladan Nikolic, a plant expert from Mr. Houseplant. Can you leave aerial roots to ...
Warm-growing orchids, such asPhalaenopsisandVanda, prefer temperatures of 70 to 85°F (21 to 29°C) in the daytime, and a minimum of 60°F (15°C) at night and in winter. A drop in temperature of 10 to 15°F between day and night is needed if plants are to flower. Orchids also...
Trim the roots to a length of 4 inches, and save the white root trimmings for use in repotting. Place several pieces of bark or polystyrene in the bottom of each new pot to encourage drainage. Gently ease each divided plant into its new pot, positioning the plant so that the new growt...
Orchid cactus seems to combine the best of two plants —cactiandorchids. Its colorful and bright blooms are gently fragrant and although don’t last long, they’re certainly something to look forward to each year. This isn’t a particularly fussy cacti variety if you understand the elements i...
One of the petals, known as the labellum or lip, is extra fancy in appearance because its purpose is to entice insects to visit and encourage pollination. In particular, the orchid column is innovative because it combines both female and male sex organs within a tube-shaped edifice, rather ...
Log in now Hand Picked for You 7 Tips to Keep Phalaenopsis Orchids Blooming September 12, 2016 This orchid is one of the easiest to grow and a great choice for beginners. Follow these tips to keep your orchid healthy and encourage it to bloom as often and as long as possible. How and...
Stagger the seams: To create a stable and visually appealing layout, stagger the seams of each sod piece in a brickwork or offset pattern. This arrangement enhances the sod’s structural integrity and encourages root growth. Fit around obstacles: Use a sharp blade or sod cutter to trim and ...
Dendrobium orchids produce long flower spikes and can produce them at most any time of year and in any number, depending on how much new growth has been produced during the year. Each spike holds many flowers, and many of these flower spikes hang down from the body of the plant. ...
highly susceptible to root rot. For houseplants or container gardens, use a potting mix designed for hardy (terrestrial) orchids or one featuring organic additives likehummus and pine bark. You might also add a substrate layer of gravel to the pot’s lower quarter to encourage thorough drainage...
Natural predators: Encourage natural predators of earwigs, such as birds, toads, and ground beetles, to inhabit your garden. Provide birdhouses, birdbaths, and suitable habitats to attract these beneficial creatures. Chemical controls: If infestations persist and other methods are ineffective, you ...