After spending so much time and effort growing the perfect Phalaenopsis orchid, you will surely want to show it to other orchid lovers. Joining an orchid exhibition is the best way to share your pride and joy with...
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...
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.
Gaily-colored orchids are on display at botanical gardens and other venues across the country—the perfect antidote for dreary winter days. This is the time of year when many orchid societies hold their annual shows,...
Giant Phalaenopsis orchids cling to a stalk of sturdy bamboo. Exotic Pink Lady Slippers emerge from the hollow in a moss-encrusted rock. Delicate Dendrobium orchids curl around a leafy branch. You’re not in the steamy...
It’s easy to remember to water Just Add Ice Orchids when they’re in full bloom. At peak bloom, the curving stem of a Phalaenopsis orchid is lined with huge, colorful blossoms. As soon as you walk into a room, Just Add...
We’re entering the coldest months of winter when even hardy Just Add Ice Orchids will require a little extra tender loving care. Sudden temperature drops and cold winter drafts take a toll on tropical orchid varieties,...
