I’ve kept Schlumbergeras for years. In fact, I got my first one in my teens in the 90s. Over the years, I’ve encountered several Christmas cacti (as well as Thanksgiving and Easter cacti) that simply seemed to be stuck at the same size year after year. At the time, I didn’t really understand why they […]
What to Do With Orchid Roots Outside the Pot
What to Do with Orchid Roots Outside the Pot As a Phalaenopsis orchid owner, you might notice that over time, your orchid’s roots can start growing outside the pot. This is completely normal and happens because Phalaenopsis orchids are epiphytes, meaning they naturally grow on trees in the wild, where their roots are exposed to […]
Can I Plant Orchids in Potting Soil?
It’s not recommended to plant Phalaenopsis orchids in regular potting soil. While potting soil works well for many houseplants, it doesn’t meet the specific needs of orchids. Phalaenopsis orchids are epiphytes in their natural habitat, meaning they grow on trees or other surfaces rather than in the ground. As a result, they need a growing […]
Why do my orchids keep dying?
If I got an orchid for every time someone asked me why do their orchids keep dying, I’d have a full-blown orchid garden by now! Even though Phalaenopsis orchids are actually pretty low maintenance, most people new to orchids fail to keep them alive. Of course, this is understandable, taking into consideration these plants don’t […]