Too much water, too few nutrients, too little light, or too steady temperatures can prevent the plant from using its energy ...

Routine pruning is not a necessary part of orchid care; however, there are times when a little cutting back is beneficial to the plant. Knowing how to prune an orchid is useful when you want to ...

Winter doesn't have to mean flowerless orchids; with a few simple adjustments, your Phalaenopsis can stay healthy and may ...

Because orchids bloom for months, they might give the impression that their flowering period never ends but it does. And if you are new to orchids, you then face the question of how to care for the ...

15:22, Sun, Jul 27, 2025 Updated: 15:37, Sun, Jul 27, 2025 Orchids are known to be fairy simple houseplants that will flower without much effort as long as you remember to water them. However, orchids ...

I love orchids, but I'll be the first to admit they are not the easiest houseplants to care for. I've owned three orchids in total, and only one has survived. Luckily, the one orchid I have left is ...

Proper watering is essential for orchids to flourish, especially in low-light conditions. Overwatering can cause root rot, ...

Orchids are known and appreciated for their intricate, long-lasting blooms. They come in many varieties with different sizes, colors and aromas, and incorporate a wide range of growing conditions, ...

I have had bad luck with growing orchids and I wanted to try growing some. Can you offer some advice on how best to proceed? – Ashley Cabot, Evanston Moth orchids (Phalaenopsis is the Latin name for ...

Pondering a few red poinsettias to deck your halls this month? Sure, those big, beefy, look-at-me plants are the holiday workhorses of the horticultural world. But if you’re looking for something a ...

Orchids can intimidate budding and experienced gardeners alike. Joan Connors, a retired greenhouse manager of the American Orchid Society, has a few tips to help keep plants healthy, happy and ...