Your orchid's roots perform two functions critical for the successful growth of the plant. First, they hold your plant in place as it grows. Typically, in nature orchids live on tree branches high above the tropical...
This is a great time to buy an orchid for yourself to use as a centerpiece for your Easter brunch or to give to your family and friends who are hosting! Whether it's yours or a gift, don’t worry if you don’t consider...
We know that you would never do something to intentionally hurt your pets, but one of the biggest mistakes pet owners make is not checking to see if their houseplants are safe and non-toxic for their furry friends. Even...
As much as we’d like to pretend it isn’t, the chilly season is here. Winter ushers in cold temperatures and dry conditions that usually stick around for a few months. As an orchid owner, it’s important to think about...
Orchids are popular gifts, especially during the holidays. Stunningly beautiful, yet easy to care for, orchids make an impression! And because our Phalaenopsis orchids have a long blooming period of at least three...
Some plants love to soak up the sun. But even if you live in the Sunshine State or the Golden State, the sun isn’t always shining—especially in the wintertime. Fortunately, there are plenty of plants that don’t need a...
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...
Being beautiful doesn't have to be a hassle and Phalaenopsis orchids are proof of that! Although they may appear delicate, they're a hardy variety, so they're low-maintenance plants. They do like a little 'moisturizer',...
