How to Prune an Orchid Without Killing It

Your orchid arrived with vibrant blooms that made your guests ‘ooo’ and ‘ahhh.’ Slowly, its petals started dropping, finally leaving it with just the stalks. You know from reading our blog that it has probably entered its vegetative stage.

How Long Do Orchids Rest? Or Is My Orchid Dead?

How long do orchids rest? And why? Well, beauty takes effort! Orchids need to get their beauty rest between blooming periods. During this time, which lasts about six to nine months, they replenish nutrients lost during that awe-inspiring, colorful...

New Orchid Growth: Is It a New Orchid Flower Spike or Root?

It's exciting when you first spy a tiny bump of green poking out among the leaves at the base of your Phalaenopsis orchid plant. Is it a new orchid flower spike or root? In Phalaenopsis orchids, both roots and spikes begin as tiny green shoots, and...

Making Beautiful Memories: Event Table Decor Ideas Using Orchids

Think about the events you’ve attended. What stands out in your memory? Most likely, you remember an interaction or two with the other guests and the setting. The more beautiful the setting, the more memorable. Setting establishes the tone and mood...

Orchid Colors: Symbolism and Shades of Meaning

For centuries, orchids have enchanted the human world with their exquisite beauty, exotic blooms and vibrant colors. Each orchid color can convey emotions, cultural significance and even hidden messages. Let’s delve into the world of orchid color...

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Money Tree Trunk Care: What To Do When Part of the Trunk Dies

You probably know money trees are legendary for bringing luck and prosperity, but did you know the braided money tree trunk is said to lock in good fortune? The braided trunk on money trees is actually composed of...

How to Use Mini Orchid Plants for Class Projects

With summer coming to an end, teachers everywhere are getting their classrooms ready for the upcoming year and working on new ways to engage their incoming students. This often includes incorporating 'realia,' or...

Do You Have an Orchid Allergy?

If you’ve ever suffered from seasonal allergies, the last thing you want is a plant that will make you – or the person you give it to – watery eyed (and we’re not talking about being overwhelmed with emotion, either!)...