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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...

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.

Can I Take My Orchid Outside in the Summer?

Who doesn’t love spending a little time outdoors during the summer? Deeply inhaling fresh air and enjoying the greenery of the season is an instant mood amplifier. It really makes you wonder, “Wouldn’t my orchid enjoy...

Too Much Heat Can Damage Your Phalaenopsis Orchid

You spend all winter trying to stay warm—but did you know your Phalaenopsis orchid could actually be gettingtoo much heatright now? It seems counterintuitive, but it's true. Here's what you need to know aboutorchid...

Orchid Care 101: Everything You Need To Know

Orchid care is so simple, you don’t need a green thumb to do it. In fact, orchids are perfect for first-time plant owners because they’re such low-maintenance plants. Follow these steps to help your orchid prosper for...

How To Get Rid Of Houseplant Pests

Although most houseplant pests are small enough to fly under your radar, the thought of any insects invading your home is enough to make your skin crawl. So how do you keep these pests from invading your home and...