Repotting orchids is not difficult but it is very important. However, it is quite different from repotting other house plants. Repotting delays can be of great risk to orchid plants. Orchids kept in the same potting medium for a long time will slowly decline in growth rate, decrease flowering and may eventually die. Ideally, orchids repotting is best done prior to the advent of new roots and when new growth on the plant starts to emerge....more
If you follow these super simple yet secret steps, your orchids will be very happy and they will actually start to rebloom. Your orchids will thrive for years to come!Orchid Watering By: Travis Waack About the Author Travis has tons of simple, yet effective easy to follow directions for raising beautiful, healthy orchids at his website. Our ' Free E-course "Orchid Tips & Secrets" is loaded lots of tips and techniques for the...more
Pests and diseases. Miltonias are susceptible to scale, aphids, spider mite and red spider mite. You should closely monitor those pests presence if you wish to enjoy a healthy orchid.Miltonia Orchid or Miltoniopsis, Are They the Same? By: Uno Birawan About the Author Uno Birawan is a writer and wrote a lot on how to care for...more
If you are looking for an orchid that does not really require a lot of attention then you must meet the Epidendrum orchid species. Even though Epidendrum orchid is popularly known as the poor man's orchid, its appearance is far from being poor. It is generous with its blooms and can produce up to forty flowers at a time. The blooms are shaped like...more
As one advances in the hobby and gets into more elaborate lighting setups, there are other options available, but for the casual grower or basic houseplant keeper, the aforementioned are the best considerations.The Best Options in Artificial Lights...more
4. Repotting. When repotting the plant, use the smallest possible pots enough to accommodate the entire root system. Do not make small divisions because larger clumps are more likely to produce new growths and more flowers. When handling the potting...more
Caring for Orchids - Proper Orchid Care By: Sarah Leiner About the Author My name is Sarah Leiner and I've been growing beautiful orchids for over 20 years. In that time, I've gained a huge amount of knowledge about growing...more
Lastly, make sure that your orchid is fertilized sparingly. Water soluble fertilizer works best on orchid plants and can be found in any garden shop. It's best to make a monthly watering and fertilizing schedule so your orchid gets the right care...more
Cymbidium's bloom and grow well in cool locations. You can also place the cymbidium in the direct heat of the sun. For best results, water them weekly to keep them from drying out. Cymbidiums also thrive best in temperatures from 50-70 degrees...more
These beautiful plants can be enjoyed over and over again. Most Phal orchids have a lengthy bloom cycle making them a great favorite among home gardeners.With over 25,000 species and 1000,000 hybrids their beauty comes in endless array. 5 Easy...more