The main causes of orchid diseases are poor culture and growing conditions. In order to prevent these diseases, you need to provide a clean environment, proper watering, and good air movement. Nonetheless, prevention...

Phalaenopsis orchids are relatively easy to grow, and they can last for many, many years if they are given the right balance of light and moisture. If you want to know whether you are caring for your Phals correctly,...

If you have never grown orchids before but would like to do so, it is a good idea to start with phalaenopsis orchids. Also known as moth orchid, phalaenopsis orchid is one of the easiest types of orchid to grow, and...

Most plants generate nourishment by converting energy from the sun into chemical energy, a process that is known as photosynthesis. However, some orchid species and variants have followed unusual paths of evolution, and...

Whether you’re new to orchids or are a seasoned fan, you already realize the benefits these remarkable flowers bring to the home or workplace. The orchid’s beauty and resilience make them favorites for gift-giving as...

Though we’re all used to seeing our orchids neatly potted on the shelf, that’s not the picture you’d get if you were to visit the tropical rainforests native to many orchid species.

Even the most dependable orchids sometimes take a rest from blooming. When your Phalaenopsis orchid is between flowering periods, don’t despair. With just a few simple additions and ideas, what was once an empty-looking...

Hostess gifts have been described as a “pre-thanks” gesture. It’s the small item you bring when you visit the house, as opposed to a “post-thanks” gift after you leave.