Cymbidium Orchid Care: The Basics Cymbidium orchid (sym-BID-ee-um) is often used in cut flower displays as well as in corsages. Cymbidium orchids are often called “boat orchids” and the flowers are usually large in size and display a patterned lip. The flowers can last anywhere from 8-10 weeks and they come in almost all colors ...
Odontoglossum Care: The Basics Odontoglossum orchid (oh-don-tuh-glos-uhm) is a genus that has approximately 100 species and numerous hybrids which range in bloom size, color, and patterns. At the base of the Odontoglossum orchid there is a projection that looks like teeth and a tongue. This is where the Odontoglossum orchid genus gets its name. The ...
Is It Too Hot or Cold for Your Orchid? When it comes to orchid plant care, temperature is a very important element, and being able to regulate the temperature for your plant is vital for your orchid’s success. If the temperature is regularly above what is recommended for each type of orchid then this could ...
Preserving Orchids: Capture Your Blooms Beauty To Enjoy For Years It’s always sad to see your beautiful orchid blooms begin to wilt and fall off. Have you ever thought of pressing or drying your orchids flowers in order to preserve their beauty? Whether you prefer the look of a pressed flower or if you’d rather ...
Unlock the potential of hydroponic orchid culture by exploring innovative techniques such as aeroponics or nutrient film systems, optimizing nutrient solutions, and tailoring environmental conditions to achieve superior orchid growth and bloom beyond traditional pot cultivation methods. From Seed to Bloom: The Journey of Hydroponic Orchid Cultivation Hydroponic orchid cultivation refers to the practice of ...
When repotting bare-root orchids, carefully remove old medium, trim dead roots, soak roots in water to hydrate, and then place them in fresh orchid medium or mount them on a suitable substrate, ensuring proper drainage and stability for healthy growth. Advanced Orchid Care: The Pros and Cons of Bare-Root Repotting Orchids are delicate and beautiful ...
Welcome to our guide on orchids! If you’ve ever been captivated by the beauty and elegance of these stunning flowers, you’re not alone. Orchids are one of the most diverse and fascinating plant families in the world, with over 28,000 known species. In this article, we’ll explore what are orchids, their unique characteristics, how to ...
How to Get the Most Out of One Fascinating World of Orchid Shows All around the world, orchid societies and their affiliates sponsor and produce orchid shows. They provide orchid growers with a place to display their best and most unique orchids and enter them for judging in the hopes of receiving an award. Some ...
Zygopetalum Care: The Basics The Zygopetalum orchid (zye-go-PET-ah-lum) genus is very small and only contains 15 recognized species. Even though the number of species is small, there are an abundant number of Zygopetalum hybrids. Zygopetalums are very fragrant orchids and their fragrance can often fill an entire room. Zygopetalum orchids produce beautiful waxy-looking blooms. The blooms are usually green and ...
Potting Medium Explained When it comes to how to take care of orchids, the type of potting medium you choose has a large part in how successful your orchid growing experience can be. Orchids have very different needs from other household plants. Instead of soil, they require media that will give them the right combination ...
