Plant Care Blog

7 Must-Read Books About Plants

Book Lovers Day is Aug. 9. To celebrate, we asked our co-workers and greenhouse staff for their favorite plant book recommendations. The results cover everything from creating a raised bed garden to using plants as herbal remedies. If you’re looking...

What Causes Orchids to Lose Their Buds?

One of the joys of owning Just Add Ice Orchids is their long blooming period. Phalaenopsis orchids are a particularly hardy member of the orchid family, and with proper care often bloom for as long as three months! But as with all living plants, ...

Throw the Wedding Party You Couldn’t Have in 2020

The coronavirus pandemic put a lot of wedding plans on hold for couples around the world. As cities begin to reopen, couples-to-be have started planning their redo wedding bashes. As you plan your reception 2.0, consider these trends that will...

The Man Behind the Orchids: Meet Marcel Boonekamp

Marcel Boonekamp literally grew up in a greenhouse. In a small town outside of Rotterdam, in the Netherlands, he watched his parents tend and build a tomato-growing business. It was there that his love of horticulture began.

Why Is My Money Tree Plant Losing Leaves?

The money tree plant is believed to bring good luck and harmony to your office or home. It's the perfect size for even small spaces, helps purify the air and is incredibly easy to care for. Even so, you might notice your money tree plant losing...

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What Are These Orchid Pests? (Part 2)

In our previous post, we discussed how scale insects and aphids could devastate your Phalaenopsis orchid and we shared ways to control them. In this post, we continue to cover other orchid pests that could cause harm to...

What Are These Orchid Pests? (Part 1)

Let’s face it: Bugs will find your orchid, but they don’t have to be the flower’s demise! Once orchid bugs infest the plant, aggressive measures need to be taken to save your orchid collection and even other plants...

‘Uncommon’ Orchid Care Questions Answered

Caring for orchids can raise a lot of questions. We have heard a lot of the common questions, but what about the not-so-common? Here are some uncommon orchid care questions we've received over the years.