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Debunking Phalaenopsis Orchid Myths

Their exotic beauty, the rarity of many species and the early expense of shipping orchid plants to Europe and America from the remote tropical environments in which many species were discovered have led to perpetuation...

Orchid Names Explained

We’ve trimmed down the American Orchid Society’s reference info down to this handy cheat sheet for you.

Victorian Orchid Watercolors

John Day (1824 – 1888) was a prominent orchid grower and enthusiast of the Victorian era. With color photography a long way off, Day painted watercolors of orchids. He worked with great clarity, for the information in...

Plan Your Next Vacation to France and See Wild Orchids

Provence is a region of France that is home to almost thirty species of orchids. While August seems to be the best month to travel, according to WhenUGo.com based on the weather and the prices of hotels and flights, ...

If You Think You Killed Your Orchid

Here is some comfort for those who find they have accidentally killed their orchids from Larry Litwin, a veteran grower:

Recycle Unwanted Electronics to Help Orchids

The American Orchid Society, or AOS, is offering a chance to ease your conscience, recycle unwanted electronics, go green and support orchids all at once! They’re having a gadget drive that accepts the following:

Phalaenopsis Orchids Happy Inside When Hot Outside

In the peak of the summer, hot weather has many garden enthusiasts heading for the air-conditioned indoors, where their garden fun may be limited. We think a great option is an orchid plant…or maybe several!

Orchids Like Indirect Sunlight

For orchid lighting, Phalaenopsis orchids do best in indirect sunlight, as opposed to full direct sunlight exposure. You may never have thought about where the sun is coming in your windows or garden, but when you have...