How to water orchids: This may seem to be a simple question but when looked into there are some different considerations. Do I use tap water? I heard I can use ice cubes! If I use a spray bottle to increase the humidity of the orchid growing area does that count as watering? Do different types of orchid require different rates of watering?Tap water: Using tap water is the most practical. Check with the local nurseries...more
When it comes to which orchids to buy, I'd like you to concentrate on the ones that will do the best for you as a customer. I will focus on four that I believe will be the most successful for you as a new orchid grower. This is a diverse group with the ability to satisfy many different tastes. My list is in no particular order. Cymbidium: This is an extremely popular orchid for both spring and winter blooms. This orchid...more
When a gardener is asked about plant propagation the conversation turns to planting seeds or taking a cutting or even division of a plant. This is the same conversation when propagation of orchids is talked about. These same techniques are applied when we look at orchids. We will work backward in talking about the proliferation methods of orchids. Division: This is taking a mature plant and deconstructing it into many smaller plants. This procedure should take place when the established orchid is ready to be repotted. This should take place on a routine basis. This repotting is a positive thing for the plant and will provide you with "babies". Routine is every two-three years, and when the plant is observed to be coming out of the pot. The best orchid to handle this way is a sympodial. A common orchid of this type is a cattleyea. When starting this process clean the work surface completely. The cleaner the better, use a mild bleach solution to sanitize the surfaces. When un-potting the plant it can be noticed the roots will be a tangled mess. Proceed with caution and separate the plant apart into many little plants. You may find yourself...more
Orchids are normally considered as fragile and delicate plants that need proper care and maintenance. That is why, orchid growing is done usually by specialized gardeners and hobbyists. These people have years of experiences and skills to maintain the reputation of these beautiful flowers. It is true that these plants require special...more
Knowing how to properly water orchids is something that you will need to consider, because many of them are special kinds that require special care. Watering your orchids too much can be just as dangerous for them as not watering them enough. What happens when you pour too much water into them is that it sits in the roots, causing them to rot. Once...more
Having the proper orchid lights to grow these plants with is crucial, as many of them do require special lighting to survive for a significant length of time. Although you will be able to find some of these lights at your local nursery, you will also want to check online for all your options. You should keep in mind which type of orchid you have and what kind of lights would be best for it and how much. While natural sunlight is always a good thing, sometimes additional lighting is needed.You will want to think of the size lights you need, because you will be able to buy them as long as 40? or larger, depending on how many orchids you have and how much lighting you require. It?s important to make these special considerations, because you will want your plants to grow as full and beautiful as possible. In order to bloom they must be properly taken care of, meaning that the lights you get are crucial. A certain amount of research on your specific orchids will be necessary in order to see them grow fully.For certain orchids you will need to think about how powerful or how many watts the lights will have to give off, because the last thing you want is to buy orchid grow lights which do...more
When considering how to go about repotting your orchids, you will want to take a safe and smart approach. Orchids, while they can be extremely beautiful flowers, need special attention when being relocated into another pot. You will want to first...more
Although there is a common misconception that in order to be successful with orchid propagation you need to have a green house, the truth is that many different people in various parts of the world do it every day without the use of a greenhouse....more
The secret to knowing how to water orchids is to know a little about where they originally came from. You may be asking, "What does that have to do with it?" Well, consider this: if you were asked to take care of someone who was from some other...more
The world of orchids is a complex one, and the longer you've grown them, the more you'll realize they can be more than just a hobby. Some horticulturists have based their careers around the rich histories and care of this stunning plant.With that...more
The Phalaenopsis or simply Phal orchid got its name from its somewhat moth-like appearance. This is a very easy-to-grow flower, which is why it has become so popular inside and outside homes all across the globe. It is able to live and flower...more
This is a concern many beginners have, because with over 30,000 types of orchids, it's not an easy decision to make. Consider some of the factors associated with the different types, and you will find one that will appeal to your fancy...more