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Why Is My Orchid Losing Buds or Flowers?

Is your orchid becoming bare as it loses flowers and buds? Before you hit the panic button or — heaven forbid — send your plant to the orchid graveyard, breathe. This is normal behavior! While these 'symptoms' can make...

With Phalaenopsis Orchids, Ice Is Nice!

Phalaenopsis orchids are one of the most sought after types of orchids for those who are new to owning the beautiful plants. Known for their bright and subtle colors, Phalaenopsis orchids also have long-lasting blooms....

Should You Add an Extra Ice Cube to Your Just Add Ice Orchid?

One of the things Just Add Ice Orchid owners love about these beautiful Phalaenopsis orchids is our easy watering system. As a general rule of thumb, watering your Just Add Ice Orchid with 3 ice cubes provides the...

Just Add Ice Orchids Desktop Wallpaper Transports You to Another World

There is something uplifting about starting your day with a glimpse of something beautiful. When we gaze at a lovely Just Add Ice Orchid or the green leaves of a tree swaying gently in the breeze or a breathtaking...

Add Watering Reminders to Your Orchid Gift

If you’re giving Just Add Ice Orchids to someone as a gift, make sure you sign them up for our free weekly watering reminders. The key to keeping Phalaenopsis orchids healthy is proper watering. Too much water can...

Just Add Ice Orchids Bring Home Fall Color

Beautiful rich golds, cheerful pumpkin oranges, deep ruby reds, dark royal purples and vivid dark magentas – new Just Add Ice Orchids are arriving in stores in all your favorite fall colors. Arriving just in time to...

Proper Pot Drainage Protects Just Add Ice Orchids

Water is essential to the healthy life of most plants, including Just Add Ice Orchids. But too much of a good thing can be a killer, especially for Phalaenopsis orchids. The biggest mistake most novice orchid owners...

How to Care for Just Add Ice Orchids in Dry Environments

One of the things that has made Just Add Ice Orchids so popular with Americans is our easy-to-remember watering routine. Like our name says, we recommend that our orchid owners just add ice to each orchid pot once a...