If you want to make sure your Christmas cactus explodes in blooms come fall, you’ve got to start adjusting well before the holiday season. Unlike most flowering houseplants, this one isn’t just going to bloom spontaneously—it needs a cue. And here’s the thing: it’s not about feeding it more fertilizer or watering it better (though […]
Why are my orchid’s flowers falling off?
It’s exciting to pick a new orchid in the shop. Choosing which one to buy is understandably based on the type of flowers it has – there are so many different colors and patterns to choose from! Once the new plant is brought home you naturally want to enjoy the flowers for as long as […]
How to save orchid flowers
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. […]