Orchid

Why do orchid leaves curl?

One of the most frequent culprits in the case of curly orchid leaves is using the wrong potting media or leaving your orchid potted in disintegrating potting media. Novice orchid growers, in particular, may not yet realize orchids don’t grow in traditional potting soil, which crowds and suffocates the roots. Increase the ambient humidity and …

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Can orchids handle the cold?

Tropical orchids can tolerate cold snaps surprisingly well . However, three consecutive months of biting cold and blizzard warnings can threaten the much-awaited spring flowering for your orchid. Winterizing your orchid will protect it from the upcoming chill and frost. While orchids in the Oncidiinae alliance have a wide range of cold tolerance, many of …

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