Articles for category: Orchid

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orchid facts

Orchids Facts: Enchanting Exquisite Flowers

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on orchids facts. If you’re fascinated by these stunning flowers and want to learn more about them, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll explore the intriguing world of orchids, from their diverse species to their unique characteristics. Whether you’re a seasoned orchid enthusiast or just starting ...

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 light requirements for orchids

Light Requirements For Orchids Unveiled!

Are you a proud orchid owner or considering adding these stunning flowers to your collection? Orchids are known for their beauty and elegance, but they also require specific care to thrive. One crucial aspect of orchid care is providing the right amount of light. In this article, we will explore the light requirements for orchids ...

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orchid greenhouse

Orchid Greenhouse: Some inspirations to get you started

Orchid Greenhouse: The Basics Growing orchids in a greenhouse is an exciting challenge and can be a very rewarding experience. With a little planning you can build your dream greenhouse where you can show off your beautiful orchid collection to your family and friends. In terms of orchid greenhouses…what are my options? When you begin ...

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learning orchid

Growing Orchids Under Lights For Beginners

Many kinds of orchids can successfully be grown with artificial light. Artificial lighting might even work better for you than a windowsill because it allows you to have total control over the amount and light intensity that your orchids receive every day. Rooms that you might have never thought could be utilized to grow plants ...

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orchid blooming

Orchid Blooming: Tips and Tricks

Keeping Your Orchid Blooming For As Long As Possible… When growing orchids, you want to make sure that the flowers last as long as possible. How long your orchid flowers last, greatly depends on the variety of orchid as well as the care that the blooms receive. Phalaenopsis orchids, one of the most popular types, normally ...

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Dendrobium orchid

Dendrobium Orchid: What you need to know

Dendrobium Orchid Care: The Basics There are over 1,000 types of Dendrobium orchid and hybrids. They vary in size, bloom color, appearance, and growing requirements. For this reason, it is important that you get detailed care information for your certain type of Dendrobium because the care can greatly vary depending on the type you have. ...

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ventilation for orchid

Ventilation for Orchid: What should you know?

Why Ventilation is So Important? Another important aspect in how to care for an orchid that I cover in detail on our website, is providing adequate ventilation. Air movement for your orchid is important for many reasons. Air flow can help eliminate problems such as drying up any water that is standing on the leaves ...

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orchid blooms

How To Enjoy Year-Round Orchid Blooms?

Enjoy Orchid Blooms All Year! There is no better feeling than when your orchid finally begins to bloom! Once the blooms begin to fall off, it is a waiting game until the next blooms appear again. Why not get a variety of orchids that bloom at different times of the year so that you will ...

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Miltoniopsis orchid

Miltoniopsis Orchid: What you need to know

Miltoniopsis Care: The Basics Miltoniopsis orchid (mil-toh-nee-OPP-siss) is often referred to as the “Pansy Orchid” because their blooms are similar in appearance to pansies. The Miltoniopsis genus of orchids is very small and currently includes just six recognized species. Miltoniopsis blooms are large, flat, and round with broad lips. Blooms are seen in an array of ...

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Vanilla orchid

Vanilla Orchid: What you need to know

Vanilla Orchid Care: The Basics Did you know that Vanilla comes from an orchid? The Vanilla genus has roughly 100 species, but the one most often used in the commercial production of vanilla is the Vanilla planifolia. The Vanilla orchid’s blooms are large and can be white, cream, greenish-yellow, or light green in color. Some blooms even have a trumpet-shaped lip, ...