An orchid's position affects its light, airflow and drying rate, so moving the pot can change how often it needs attention. Watch the roots and growing medium after a move instead of keeping the old…
Orchid care works best when the growing medium, light and watering match the kind of orchid you actually have. Identify the plant first; a terrestrial cymbidium and an epiphytic moth orchid do not use the…
Orchids benefit from fresh air, but a strong draft can dry exposed roots and growing media faster than expected. Watch how quickly the pot dries after moving a plant near a window or fan. Over-ventilation…
Chinese cymbidium orchids include several groups with different flowering seasons, leaf forms and preferences for winter conditions. Names on nursery labels are useful starting points, especially when a plant has not yet flowered. Chunlan Chunlan…
Discolored orchid leaves can reflect feeding problems, but damaged roots, unsuitable light and watering can produce similar symptoms. Check the roots and recent care before treating a pale leaf as proof of a single missing…
Orchid appreciation begins with close observation of the flower, the arch of the leaves and any fragrance the plant produces. A quiet look at one plant often reveals more than comparing price labels or chasing…