Orchid Information You Need To Easily Grow Healthy Orchids

Orchids are becoming more and more popular every year

. There are plenty of types of orchids, and a large number of hybrids that are easy to grow. They are not difficult to grow with the proper amount of care including water, light, fertilizer and air.

Most orchids prefer temperatures between 50 and 80 degrees, with many varieties preferring temps between 75 and 85 degrees.

Phalaenopsis is one of the easiest orchids to grow, and one that many beginners start with. It can do well in the home or office. Check out the bloom time of different orchids, as they will vary by species. For example, the popular Phalaenopsis stays in bloom for 2 to 3 months.

Whereas the flowers on a Cattleyas orchid plant may last up to a month in bloom from the time that the bud opens. Other orchid species bloom only once a year, some will bloom many times per year, and some will bloom all year long.

Certain orchids have very pleasant fragrances. Keep in mind that not all orchids are pleasantly fragrant, as there is a lot of variability in the strength of an orchid's fragrance. Some orchids have subtle fragrances but others are pungent and not so enjoyable. You would expect orchids to smell flowery, but others smell fruity. Imagine the aromas in your home when you have orchids that smell like chocolate, raspberry, coconut, lilac or citrus.

You should plant your orchid on bark and not in the standard potting soil. They may also be grown in New Zealand sphagnum moss. Orchids need to be grown in pots that will supply them with good drainage. This is why you should not use potting soil, because the air circulation and water drainage is reduced. Although it depends on your environment, you will need to water your orchid one to two times per week.

During the summer, your orchid plant may need to be watered more frequently about every four to five days. Clearly, as temperatures change with the seasons, your orchid's water needs will change too, with more needed during warmer weather, and less when it cools down. If you plant in sphagnum moss, you will be able to get away with less watering that if you plant on bark. These plants can be watered once every seven to ten days.

Most orchid species require a lot of light, but not really strong direct light. Try placing your orchid in an window on the east side of your home, for the best natural lighting situation. Orchids naturally thrive in tropical areas, so they prefer a mixture of both shade and sun. Again, be sure the sun exposure is not too strong.

You will know if your orchid got too much sun, as the leaves will turn yellow. In this case you should move it to a different location or give it more shade. Yellowing of orchid leaves may also indicate insufficient feeding. As a rule of thumb, plan on fertilizing every other week. Be sure not to burn your orchid with too much fertilizer and make sure your orchids potting material is moist before you fertilize.

by: Brian Paul

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