Photo: Restrepia peruviana by Diane Mulkerin
Orchids, often referred to as the jewels of the plant world, are a diverse family of flowering plants known for their exotic and captivating beauty. With over 25,000 species and countless hybrids, orchids come in an astonishing array of shapes, sizes, and colors, making them a favorite among both novice and experienced gardeners.
There are two main indicators that your orchid needs to be repotted. First, you need to repot when the potting media starts to break down.
Most orchid flowers can last from weeks to months depending on the type of orchid. Eventually, however, just as with other plants, orchid flowers do expire. When this happens, we are often asked, “Is my orchid dead? Can I do anything to save it?”
Watering your orchid is one of the most important elements of orchid care. We are often asked about the best way to water an orchid and specifically asked about using ice cubes.
Orchid plants have some of the most diverse flowers of any plant family. Some form clusters of dangling threads, while others are wide and saucer-like.
Orchids make up an entire family of plants. Orchid plants feature some of the most diverse and interesting flowers of any plant family, making collecting orchids a very rewarding, even habit-forming hobby.
