Overall, the most common reason that orchids fail to bloom is insufficient light. The Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilum orchids are usually happy with the filtered light on a windowsill but many other varieties need more light than that. One question we ran across in our research was “Why aren’t my orchids blooming?”. Overwatering is most often …
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 …
The flowers on those few orchids that are brave enough to bloom this time of year don’t last very long. This time of year our Phalaenopsis fold after 4-6 weeks, whereas during the cooler winter/spring season they last 3-4 MONTHS. This is why most orchids bloom between Thanksgiving and Mother’s Day. When do orchids bloom? …
A relatively small number of plant species have flowers that open at night and close during the day. Until now, no orchids were known among them. This in spite of the fact that many orchids are pollinated by moths. But these moth-pollinated orchids all have flowers that remain open during the day, even if they …
Orchids are popular houseplants and make a beautiful addition to houseplant displays. Moth orchids ( Phalaenopsis) are the most common type of orchid grown in the UK. Flowering over a long period, they’re available in an increasingly wide range of flower colours. Place the orchids in a humid room such as the kitchen or bathroom …
Other common names: Ghost orchid, white frog orchid, palm polly It is a rare species of orchids because it is very difficult to cultivate in home conditions. It loves its natural habitat that includes marshes and swamps where there are a lot of damp and humid conditions. The flower made famous by Susan Orlean’s book …
Yes, it is actually good for the orchid when it gets moved outdoors because you can then put the natural light to good use. The growing period of most orchids is during the summer. In their natural habitat, they grow in the forest attached to trees and rocks and have adapted to the dappled light …
In temperate homes, orchids bloom seasonally, typically blooming once a year. The blooming season for different types of orchid can vary, but most commonly they bloom in the spring. In the wild, though, orchids are perennials; and with good care, your indoor orchid can bloom at any time of year. When orchid bloom? Orchids bloom …
Growing orchids from the roots is a way to turn a single plant into 2 or more plants. If you see your orchid growing roots above the soil, that’s called a keiki (which means “baby” or “child” in Hawaiian). That bundle of roots is what’s going to become your new orchid plant. You can grow …
Contrary to what you may initially believe, orchids can indeed be grown successfully under artificial lighting. This may be a good option if you do not have good natural lighting in your home. You can also use artificial lighting if it is winter and there are less hours of sunlight available for your orchids. Orchids …
