In every grower’s journey, at some point, we move from purchasing plants and seeds to trying our hand at propagating our own. Some plants are easy to propagate and those are a great place to start for beginners. Orchids aren’t so easy and propagating species in the Orchidaceae family ta...
Orchid cacti got their name because their flowers are just as beautiful as many orchids. But these Central and South American rainforest plants can be a lot easier to grow. Called epiphytes or epiphyllums, the orchid cactus makes a good houseplant for those who enjoy lovely flowers in their...
Once rare and expensive, orchids now outsell every other houseplant, surpassing evenAfrican violets, chrysanthemums, and poinsettias. This is because modern cloning techniques allow for mass production of plants, and cultivation that used to take 7 years from seed to bloom now takes only 2 years....
Orchids are a group of flowering perennial plants that are the second largest group of plants in existence. There is estimated to be anywhere from 25,000 to 30,000 species of orchids. With the exception of Antarctica, they are found growing in every continent of the world, usually in areas...
Follow these tips for buying and caring for types of orchids -- including how to water orchids and how to rebloom a sleeping orchid -- from the gardening experts at HGTV.
Using Dry Plants in Flower Arrangements can add interesting dimension and texture. We'll show you how to beautifully incorporate these materials into your arrangement in this section. The Significance of Flowers can help you to send the right message with your flower arrangement. Learn about the ...
Tropical plants remind us of the wild jungle but end up living as houseplants in other climates. Read our tips to care for them indoors or out:
They prefer indirect sunlight to thrive. Dracula orchids are a little like that literary character we all know and love… or perhaps fear?These plants don’t like a lot of light. In fact, direct sunlight will kill these orchids quickly. ...
On average, orchids need water every week during the growing season. Once the orchid stops blooming, you can cut back on water, since the plant is resting. If you have an orchid with a small pot, you may need to water twice a week when the plant is actively growing. ...
Here's our step by step guide on how to care for your Cymbidium Orchids: Large flowering Cymbidiums are usually big plants not suitable for windowsills. It is advisable to place your plant outside in summer, preferably not in direct sunlight. In summer the preferred daytime temperature is ...