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When is it Time to Repot your Phalaenopsis Orchid?

Caring for a Phalaenopsis Orchid, otherwise known as a moth orchid, is generally pretty simple. If you remember to water your orchid with 3 ice cubes once per week, make sure it’s warm enough and gets plenty of indirect...

Orchids Need Rest Too

So, your Phalaenopsis orchid is all done blooming. You start to notice some of its blooms dropping and its stem turning a sad shade of brown. Its once healthy, bright green leaves have lost their usual luster. Is it...

5 Things you Probably Didn’t Know about Phalaenopsis Orchids

Phaleanopsis orchids got their name in the 1800’s, but have been around even longer. Over hundreds of years, a lot of interesting info has turned up about the Phalaenopsis family. Did you know that Phals can sometimes ...

The Early Life and Times of Orchids

Orchids are more than just their pretty faces. The orchid species has been around for centuries, over which time it has developed quite a rich and intriguing history. Mentions of orchids have shown up in written records...

The Proper Light Exposure for your Phalaenopsis Orchid

Phalaenopsis orchids, otherwise known as “moth orchids,” are known for their exquisite blooms. Though the Phal is easier to maintain than some other flowers, it still needs proper care to flourish. Not to be overlooked...

Blooming Basics for Phalaenopsis Orchids

Phalaenopsis orchids are fun orchids that typically spike in the early fall and winter and bloom during springtime. If all is well with the Phalaenopsis orchid, you should enjoy long lasting flowers that will arrive...

Questions and Answers About Phalaenopsis Orchids, Part 2 Of 2

In our previous post, we discussed several questions that come to mind when caring for your orchid. Below we continue to go over some concerns you may have. Question: I’d like to place my new Phalaenopsis orchid in the...

Questions and Answers About Phalaenopsis Orchids, Part 1 Of 2

When it comes to buying and caring for Phalaenopsis orchids, there are many questions that come to mind, especially if you are a new orchid owner. Here are some interesting questions that some have asked about...