Orchid flowers may be the star of the show, but shiny, glossy leaves add to an orchid’s appeal. When leaves are in their best state, they can look so lustrous that they almost appear fake. Keeping the leaves this healthy-looking requires some work, but cleaning your orchid leaves can transform your orchid from eye-catching to …
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Phalaenopsis amboinensis is a highly valued orchid species due to its beautiful flowers. Native to eastern Indonesia, this orchid is also called the month Sulawesi orchid. Growers particularly enjoy adding Phal. amboinensis to their collections because these orchids flower in succession, meaning that they have one or two blooms at a time followed by another …
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Brassavola orchids are perhaps best known for the sweet fragrance they release at night. In addition to the unique scent, these orchids are popular because their laid-back requirements make them a good choice for beginners. They don’t have the same diva-level needs that some other orchids require. Even for an experienced orchid grower, Brassavolas are …
Dendro phalaenopsis (also known as den-phal) is among the most popular household orchids. They are great for beginners because they are easy to care for. There are a few guidelines to follow that we will discuss, but for an orchid, den-phals are very forgiving. Just give them the right light, temperature, and water, and you’ll …
Even avid houseplant owners will sometimes see white spots on their orchid’s leaves. There are many types of fungi and mold that may plague orchids, but the good news is that these types of spots can most likely be fixed and prevented in the future. It’s beneficial to first figure out what kind of mold …
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Orchids are exotic, stunning plants that make unique additions to any plant collection. They’ve been revered for their intricate shapes, dazzling colors, and big, bountiful blooms for centuries. And even though orchids have a reputation for being fickle plants that are hard to care for, they can last many, many years if cared for properly. …
Like most plants, orchids boast thick, green leaves when they’re healthy and show yellow or wilting leaves when they’re in distress. While it may be easy to tell that something is wrong with your orchid, it may not be as easy to discern what is wrong and how to fix it. Below, we’ll dive into …
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Orchids have a reputation for being fickle plants that succumb to new environments easily and quickly. But luckily orchids only need a few key conditions to thrive: proper water, adequate light, and access to rich nutrients. Like all plants, orchids are good communicators, and they’ll show a few telltale signs to indicate when they’re happy …
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Orchids are beautiful plants that may require different care than the rest of your traditional houseplants. For this reason, many beginner orchid growers may be wondering if their orchids are showing signs of distress or if their plants are dying. Fortunately, your orchid will exhibit a few telltale signs that something’s wrong before it’s too …
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Learn how to grow and care for terrestrial orchids in our growing guide! When people think of orchids, most often the iconic showy plants with ornate blooms along a single arced stem come to mind. But popular orchids that you’ve seen at your local grocery store or nursery are only one type of orchid plant. …
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