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...es of orchids exist and are available to the home gardener. All are unique… More
Orchid plants, known botanically as Orchidaceae, come from a vast family of perennial flowering… More
Orchids, be they terrestrial or ephipyhtic, can readily be potted up to be grown… More
Dendrobium orchids are one of the many thousands of epiphytic orchid varietals in existence.… More
Dendrobium is a genus of orchids that consists of more than 1,000 different species.… More
The Orchid known as the vanilla Orchid, or "Orchid planifolia," produces the beans, or… More
Although there are over 60 species of vanilla orchid, it is from the flat-leaved… More
... plains, swamps, mountain areas and deserts. Home gardeners can choose from a wide… More
Long revered for their legendary beauty, orchids belong to the largest and most diverse… More
Members of the orchid family are popular among gardeners because of their colorful blossoms.… More
The Oncidium orchid, also known as the Dancing Lady orchid, is one of the… More
The Sharry Baby orchid is a member of the Oncidium orchid family and it's… More
Orchids grow all over the world, from the tundra to the rain forests, and… More
Orchids are very special plants that many people crave and cherish. Contrary to popular… More
Orchids belong to the family with the largest number of flowering plants in the… More
...er to encourage exceptional growth and flowering, orchids should be repotted annually. While the… More
...like a Central American rain forest when you grow orchid cactus. The white flowering… More
Epiphytic orchid cactus flowers are gorgeous. But they're not orchids --- they belong to… More
Yellow fringed orchid, or Platanthera ciliaris, is also known as orange plume. It grows… More
Guide Sheet: How to grow Chinese ground orchids - belitilla striata More
The best way to make an orchid bloom is to replicate nature's patterns by planting… More
...e that isn't too hot with help from a sustainable gardener in this free video… More
Tips for carefully and safely placing an orchid inside a pot is discussed in this… More
Determining which orchids suit your needs and lifestyle are discussed in this free educational video… More
Advanced orchid care can result in gorgeous, long-living flowers. Learn more in this free educational… More
Create orchid hybrids easily in this free educational video series. More
Understand the basics of this exotic flower before you buy or plant them. Learn more… More
Orchid malls and their benefits are discussed in this free educational video series. More
Learn the roots, velamen and root tips of orchids in order to understand its growth… More
... clubs can be a valuable resource for growers and gardeners. Learn more in this… More
Understand the lifecycle of an orchid, including its bulbs and structures. Learn more in this… More
Understand Dendrobium Orchids' leaves and how they affect the plant's growth. Learn more in this… More
Orchid roots can very by plant type. Learn more in this free educational video series. More
How much and how often to water your orchid plant in this free orchid care… More
Test the orchid soil mixture in this free care for orchids video. More
How to label your orchid plant correctly in this free online guide for beginners on… More
Get advice on using fertilizer in your orchid potting soil in this free orchid plant… More
orchid Care Tips: Learn how to create the right environment for your orchid plant in… More
Learn What to do after potting your orchid plant in this free orchid care information… More
Advice on the right type of pot to use for orchids in this free care… More
Learn what supplies you need to care for your orchid plant in this free caring… More
Trim or cut your orchid plant roots in this free caring for an orchid video. More
Remove your orchid plant from its pot and put in a new pot in this… More
How to cut your orchid plant roots in this free acre for an orchid video. More
Stabilize your orchid plant in its pot in this free online guide for beginners on… More
Learn how to fertilize your garden, plus beginner gardening tips, advice and ideas for easy… More
...or at least the part that pertains to this part of the forum. 1. Either a San Pedro or a Peruvian Torch, not too sure which. Given to me at a yard sale as an 8" cutting a year ago and now it's 2 foot tall...and growing. 2. From left… More
Hi I've finally managed to get a pickie on here:) so it will help with my next question. I have snooped around for additional info/help. I read on a site that I should cut off the thin stem but this doesn't sound right to me. I couldn't ask the person… More
This is only one of the thousands kinds of orchid. So beautiful! And I'm glad that I could catch its beautiful since my camera is not anti-shake.However,I don't know how long it can live,the former one is near death because of the poor soil.I should buy some special soil.God bless. More
A seed pod developed on my orchid.... is this usual? Can I plant it..? How? Thanks!! More
Here is 1 of my Orchids in bloom right now. It is called a Ludisia discolor or Jewel Orchid and it is almost in full Bloom. It has a velvety leaf with red veins running through them. Here are a few pictures. More
Hello everyone, I sit here in beautiful Deerfield, Ma near a glowing fire, just in last night from Waterford Ct, my home base. I was feeling sadened that the herb plants brought in late October have not fared very well, lack of water by my male half in residense here… More
I was just looking at my calendar and realized that every weekend in April is booked! The first weekend (8th, 9th) is a [url=http://www.hofstra.edu/COM/Arbor/Arbor_Flower_show.cfm]flower show at Hofstra University in Uniondale NY. I typically take home a whole bunch of daylilies and other plants from the vendors. Second weekend is Easter.… More
I plan on starting some epiphyllum cactus ( Orchid cactus) from seeds has any one tried this before and what kind of luck have you had I found all kinds of information on the net but want to see what some of the members here have to say about growing… More
this plant has thorny stem like the stem of rose plant, attached 3 photos which taken last night, in the photo we can see the buds are ready for blooming. maybe in the next couple days it will blooming an orange flowers. i grow this plant almost two years long… More
My wife and I are new to growing orchids. We have about 30 plants. However, most of our phalaenopsis have developed a problem. The leaves begin to get small and scattered dark spots, and the crown of the plants seen to be rotting away. (Pic attached) We ran into a… More
... have 2 very nice 10 and 12 inch rooted leaves of orchid cactus. I would like to trade them for other succulents. I am really wanting some Echeveria but would consider other things. The orchid cactus came to me in a (cactus for postage trade) and I misunderstood what… More
...ospital, mostly beautiful Mums, but there are two orchids. I have no clue how to take care of them. I need all the help I can get. Thanks. John More
I received an Orchid in October 2004 and it flowered for a few months. Since then I have sprayed and watered it, but the only thing it is doing is growing big green leaves - what am I doing wrong? Please help as I have nurtured this plant for so… More
I've been interested in purchasing an orchid, but have had a hard time figuring out where I want to put it in the house. I have decided I'd like to put it in the bedroom, but now have some questions before I put the money out for one. If there's… More
...ant last weekend. Can anyone tell me what kind of orchid is this and do you know the name? More
Hi all, I bought a Orchid Pannekoek about one month ago. It looked like it was growing some buds but they dried and died off (a tad to much sun (i think):( . The long thin stem is still there and it looks like some new buds are trying to… More
They are grown in south of China. More
...st two weeks ago. The common name is 'white egret orchid'. More
Hi, i'm new to this site.......have a passion for orchids and have sent you a picture of one of my plants in bloom; hope you enjoy. More
I got an orchid plant for inside the house. It's lost it's flowers. What do I do now? Do I cut the part where the flowers were? When and how should I repot it? More
... them! They are peeking out here and there in the garden. They come in a variety of pinks and whites and some are very reddish. I ordered more to… More
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