Our love affair with Phalaenopsis orchids traces back to the Victorian era (see our previous post) when orchid-growing reached fever pitch as a hobby. In the 1870s, an estimated 50% of middle and upper class London...
The unusual drought conditions that are spreading from Texas through the usually humid South and up into America’s heartland are catching Phalaenopsis orchid owners by surprise. Long periods of drought are creating the...
When you’re talking about orchid health, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. There are many things Phalaenopsis owners can do to keep their orchids healthy and prevent the development of orchid diseases. Of...
Phalaenopsis orchids are gorgeous when they are in bloom. Blossoms crowd gracefully arching stems of flowers in gay profusion. But eventually the plant’s lengthy bloom cycle (up to three months!) comes to an end. Blooms...
Though they have a reputation for hardiness, phalaenopsis orchids are not immune to damage from insect life. Aphids, in particular, are tenacious “sucking” orchid pests that attach themselves to the underside of the...
Imagine: One day you notice your orchids looking discolored or deformed. A closer inspection reveals a disturbing surprise: thrips have taken up residence.
Orchids are glorious when they’re blooming. Their stately stalks rise elegantly from a cluster of glossy, upright leaves to bloom in a gorgeous profusion of exquisite flowers. In full bloom, Phalaenopsis amabilis take...
