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Rare Orchids Bloom in Industrial Park

A cranberry bog in east-central Pennsylvania has created a major stir in the orchid world. Two rare orchids have been found growing in a relatively small 2-acre bog ringed by sphagnum moss. The rarity of the orchids...

Survival of Endangered Orchids Depends on Fungi Diet

Scientists have known for some time that a critical relationship exists between orchids and fungi but have been stumped about the precise nature of that relationship. In nature, microscopic fungi provide the vital...

Unusual Phalaenopsis Orchids Created by Hybridization

When you select a Just Add Ice Orchid for yourself or to give as a gift, have you ever wondered how a single variety of flower could be purchased in such an amazing range of beautiful colors? Do these unique plants...

Long-lasting Phalaenopsis Orchids Add Beauty to Weddings

The fact that orchids manage to be both sturdy and beautiful make them an ideal choice for use in weddings. These flowers symbolize what hopes for a marriage: that it will last and remain strong with a joy that is...

‘Dress’ Your Just Add Ice Orchids for the Holidays

The holidays are here! During the holidays, we transform our everyday homes into winter wonderlands. There are angels on the mantle and snowmen in the entry. Santa and his reindeer seem poised to fly across the...

Orchids Are Perfect Gifts for Hospital, Nursing Home Patients

Cheery, bright and green, flowers bring a breath of fresh air and natural beauty into any room. When someone you love is ill or recovering, giving them a bouquet of flowers sends a cheerful, hopeful message. Bringing a...

How to Decipher the Story Orchid Leaves Tell

The shape, size, veining and character of its leaves tell a story about an orchid plant. If you know how to decipher the clues, the leaves of an orchid plant can reveal quite a bit of information about its species,...