Deciding whether or not to repot your orchid after buying it can be tricky. There are a few factors to consider, such as the size of the pot and the
Orchid Stakes: When and How to Stake an Orchid
The orchid’s popularity as a houseplant is based mostly on its spectacular blooms. Most orchids have long flower stems that become increasingly heavy as buds form and bloom at the
9 Hanging Orchids | Care Guide and Hanging Ideas
Unlike most houseplants, growing orchids in a pot isn’t your only option. Instead, you can grow hanging orchids that take up less space and add beautiful vertical interest to your
Mounting Orchids | Driftwood, Rock, and More…
Orchids look beautiful no matter how they’re displaced, but there’s something particularly attractive about mounted orchids. Mounted orchids tend to spill over their mounts beautifully and generally look fuller than
How to Repot Phalaenopsis Orchids
Phalaenopsis orchids (also known as moth orchids) are among the most popular orchids kept as houseplants. They are readily available in many stores that carry plants and commonly given as
Wrinkled Orchid Leaves | How to Fix Them
Orchids have a reputation for being finicky houseplants. While somewhat picky, orchids do give clear signals when something is wrong. One of the easy signals to notice is wrinkled orchid
Phalaenopsis Tetraspis Plant Care
Phalaenopsis tetraspis was first identified in 1870. This warm-loving orchid is native to the Andaman Islands, the Nicobar Islands, and northwest Sumatra. Sometimes Phal. tetraspis is referred to as The
How to Repot an Orchid With Air Roots
For most plants, seeing roots growing out of the potting soil and in the air instead would be a cause for alarm. For some types of orchids, though, this behavior
How Long Do Orchids Live?
Orchids are incredibly popular houseplants. They have a reputation of being difficult to care for, but several types of orchids do well indoors without too much fuss. As orchids have
Phalaenopsis Sanderiana Plant Care
Phalaenopsis sanderiana, also known as Sander’s Phalaenopsis, originated in the Philippines. It produces cascading flowers that give it a classic look. This orchid variety is frequently crossed with other phalaenopsis