Orchids

Image by LoraLiu If you’ve heard of Zygopetalum orchids, you may be wondering how to grow one. If you’ve never heard of one, your interest may now be piqued. Click here for info on Zygopetalum orchids and…

Image by NataliaVo What are lycaste orchids? Native to the tropical areas of South and Central America, lycaste orchids are striking plants that produce spikes of big, fragrant blooms in winter and spring.…

Image by Andreas_Zerndl What are bee orchids? These interesting orchids produce up to ten long, spiky bee orchid flowers atop long, bare stems. Read on to find out what makes bee orchid flowers so…

Image by Amawasri Foxtail orchid plants (Rhynchostylis) are named for the long inflorescence that resembles a fluffy, tapering fox tail. The plant is distinctive not only for its beauty and unusual range of…

Image by Gabdulvachit Konurov Orchid winter care is different from summer care in seasonal climates. These tropical plants love warmth and humidity, so unless you have a greenhouse for the colder months,…

Image by Jason Hollinger There are over 26,000 varieties of orchid known in the world. It is one of the most diverse plant groups with representatives in almost every corner of the world. Isotria whorled pogonias are one of the…

Image by aLittleSilhouetto While orchids generally get a bad rap for being difficult to grow and propagate, they’re actually not that difficult at all. In fact, one of the easiest ways to grow them is through…

Image by ncristian One of the easiest and most elegant orchids to grow is Phalaenopsis. The plant’s blooms last for weeks, providing lasting beauty in the home. Once blooms are finished, Phal orchid…

Image by NC Orchid What is spiranthes lady’s tresses? Where can I find more nodding lady’s tresses info? You’ve come to the right place. Read on to learn about growing nodding lady’s tresses in your garden.…

Image by Bernard DUPONT What is a clamshell orchid? Also known as cockleshell or cochleata orchid, clamshell orchid (Prosthechea cochleata syn. Encyclia cochleata) is an unusual orchid with fragrant,…