Choosing the right pot for your orchids is important for many reasons. Besides the obvious fact that it needs to be a good size, you will need to select a material that can support the weight of the plant and its roots. If you live in a humid climate, you may wish to consider a […]
What soil to use for orchids?
Orchids require a different type of potting medium than what our typical houseplants do. This is because orchids are epiphytes aka ‘air plants’ – plants that 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 […]