How can I repot an orchid? What do you need to know when repotting orchids? How much water can orchid plants tolerate? How can you tell if your orchid needs repotting? All orchids are actually root-bound, but not all reporting needs to involve a process of removing roots and surface drainage. Some orchid plants, such…
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You have just bought orchids for your home from a gardening shop or a friend. You are expecting them to bloom beautifully in no time but they are not very cooperative. Are you wondering how you can propagate orchid plants? There are many tricks of the trade you can do that will greatly help the…
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Cheap artificial orchids are the best choice when starting a new orchid garden. Most people, who have just started growing orchids, do not know the advantages of starting cheap plants instead of ones that are more expensive. In a short time, most people who grow orchids will realize that they get more enjoyment out of…
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Have you ever thought of trying to keep orchids alive and well? You may not be able to do so by just planting them in a garden. You have to remember that there are different ways on how orchids can be grown. The best way to keep orchids alive and well is through good gardening…
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Like most spring bulbs, Chinese ground orchids retain it colorful foliage throughout the winter until the last frosts have blown it away. This feature makes it ideal for covering bare carpet, awnings and verandas along the front of your home. The large, orchid-like leaves are also a perfect compliment to fuzzy white garden orchid petals,…
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Best compost for orchids usually depends on the type of orchid you have as well as where you’re planting them. In a warm climate, there’s no need to use as much compost as in a colder climate. You may want to use a soil conditioner to make the soil more fertile. If you’re planting in…
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How long can orchid survive? Orchid is an exotic and lovely flower which is very popular among the floral decorators. However there’s also a widely held misconception that orchid plants only live for several years. The authentic wild orchids may live for several decades to hundreds of years. Although it is quite possible for an…
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How to mount an orchid tree is something that is needed by all persons who are planning to have an orchid tree in their gardens. It will be very difficult for you to do without having this skill. In the olden times, people used to dig the soil up and move the orchid plants in…
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If you want to know how to water an orchid plant, you must be aware of the type of orchid you have. Most orchids need humid, well-drainable conditions. There are different kinds of growing media which can be used for orchid plants: rock wool, sphagnum, clay, vermiculite, medium sphagnum, fine-grit sand, sphag pellets, coconut husk,…
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The Jewel Orchid or Ludisia imparts unmatched beauty to its admirers. It is considered a delicacy in Thailand and is often sent as a gift on special occasions. The Jewel Orchid grows in all continents of the world but is most famous in Asia. They are among the easiest indoor plants to maintain. The following…
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