Every orchid enthusiast has encountered the problem of drooping orchid leaves at some point. Perhaps it is your very first orchid that is now showing these signs after only a few months of purchase. Or maybe you couldn’t resist the sad-looking orchid on the clearance table, calling your name to be rescued. Or perhaps you’re … Read more
Phalaenopsis orchids make a great hobby! Not only are they the easiest orchid type to care for. But they’re also affordable and widely available nowadays! There is something captivating about these magical plants. When you have one, you want another and another – quickly becoming a full-blown hobby! As with all hobbies, it is advisable … Read more
I still remember when I brought my first orchid home; a white phalaenopsis orchid rescued from a dumpster. I had no idea how to water it. And as I started to look into it, I felt overwhelmed and discouraged. For a moment, I thought maybe orchids aren’t for me, as I don’t like plants that … Read more
Many first-time orchid owners panic when they see the flowers whither or the flower spike starting to turn yellow. “Help, my orchid is dying!” Well, I have good news for you; your orchid isn’t dying. What’s happening is totally natural. Flower spikes aren’t your orchid—your orchid is the leaves, crown, stem, and the root system. … Read more
As an indoor grower, I have often wondered would my orchids do better outside. Would a more natural environment make the plants flourish more? What are the dos and don’ts? What to take into consideration when planning to put the orchids outside – or is it even for everyone? Is it necessary? Who can do … Read more
Orchids require a different type of potting medium than what our typical houseplants do. This is because orchids are epiphytes, aka ‘air plants’, which live on the surface of other plants, trees, and even rocks. Typical houseplants are terrestrial plants—plants that grow from the ground. They are therefore potted in normal potting soil. If an … Read more