Orchids are commonly grown in terra cotta pots because they allow for extra airflow. There are even special orchid pots that have wide drainage slits around the sides of the pot. These “peepholes” allow for air movement and also make it easier to check on the health of the roots. Selec...
Gently remove the keiki from the moss and tuck it into the orchid medium. If some moss clings to the roots, no big deal, you can leave it in place. 5. From Stem Cuttings Taking stem cuttings is sort of like doing division on a monopodial orchid. This is the best method to use for...
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.
When insects land on the sundew, they get stuck in goo, a circumstance that prompts them to thrash about in an effort to get free. The movements bring the bug into contact with more sticky-tipped glands, until it's effectively cemented to the plant. The hair-like tentacles then close aro...
Most orchids will tolerate tap water, but ideally use filtered water or rainwater. This should be tepid, as cold water can shock the plant. Allow the water to fully drain before returning the orchid to its outer pot, as the roots dislike sitting in water. ...
Allow enough space around plants to accommodate their mature size. For containers: Make sure pots have adequate drainage holes. Use a high quality all-purpose potting mix. AZALEA CARE Watch our video on growing azaleas. Watering: Azaleas have shallow roots, so are more sensitive to water stres...
One way of adding moisture to the air around the orchid is to use a pebble dish. Simply fill a shallow dish with pebbles and add water. Place the orchid pot on top of the pebbles, and make sure that the waterline is under the top of the pebbles. Overfilling the pebble dish can caus...
Ceramic Orchid Pots Planting Depth Orchids are planted in shallow containers, lightly covering the roots with a soil mixture. When planting an orchid, there is no specific depth to speak of because they are planted in relatively shallow containers.They only need their roots to be lightly covered...
PinPlants perfect for the Bathroom – Phalaneopsis Orchid, ZZ Plant, and Dracaena Houseplants improve the air quality in your home by cleaning the toxins from the air. While it’s advisable to have indoor houseplants in every room, it is especially good to have them in the bathroom. Plants...
9. Use Wooden Planks To enlarge the space by flooring, use planks instead of strips. Boards that are narrower than 3″ are called strips. Planks are wider than 5″. If you are using tiles, choose large tiles. One more thing you should keep in mind is to keep consistency in the design...