Orchid Care: Six Things To Contemplate About By: pauycfbbne | - When thinking in regards to orchid care there are a lot of particulars to reflect on. What are the chief orchid sorts? How many categories? There are two and we will look at them both. With so many orchids to choose from, can some be named better to cultivate than others? Below are 4 orchids I know will be excellent for home growers to work with or even start with to obtain a positive success rate.
Orchid Supplies - A Tisket A Tasket And An Orchid Growing Basket By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchids are wonderfully diverse and unique plants that captivate the hearts and minds of all gardeners. Complex and stunning, these flowers are very popular to decorate homes and offices. For many people, the problem comes in the misconceived notion that all plants, orchids included, must be grown in pots.
Orchid Care Instructions - Keeping Up With The Jones' Orchids By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchids are delicate flowers that yield amazing results if taken care of properly. For this reason, many beginner gardeners are wary to take on the challenges presented by the orchid even though they yearn for the resulting blooms. Nothing beats the feeling of getting a perfect orchid to flower. It is not even all that hard to accomplish this feat. All you need is some research and to devote some time to the care and upkeep of the plant.
Orchid Care Instructions - Propagating The Pink Lady Slipper By: Mary Ann Berdak | - The Lady-Slipper orchid is a rare and beautiful flower. It grows in the wild in Canada and parts of North America. This flower produces a large amount of seeds in giant pods. This happens after it blooms. However, most of the seeds do not make it to germination.
Understanding the Pods
These large seed pods have as many as twenty thousand seeds within each one. So why is this plant so rare?
Orchid Care - Why To Avoid Heat Damage With Your Orchids By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Part of a good orchid care program should be monitoring the temperature. Most people know that the delicate flowers should not get below a certain temperature.However, did you know that they can become too hot? In some cases, it may cause severe damage to the plant and the leaves will begin to drop off.
Orchid Propagation: Fool Me Once - Tranny Orchids By: Mary Ann Berdak | - I was reading a funny blog entry that brought me to tears. The headline was "Bees Tricked By Tranny Orchids". (Prepare yourself for graphic language if you decide to locate and read this article.) Now anyone would be intrigued by the title alone. Though the entry was short, it was direct to the point and yes, TRUE.
Orchid Types: Can't Take My Eyes Of You - The New Frankie Valli Orchid By: Mary Ann Berdak | - The number of orchid types grows more largely every year. The addition of newly discovered hybrids made through the power of science makes this type of plant ever so diverse. Some of the species of orchids make its way to the hearts of the people through their beauty and grace. Their popularity even surpasses the popularity of the rich and famous. So don't be surprised if you hear some of your famous favorites being called out in front of an orchid.
Caring For Orchids - The Orchid Addiction By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Sometimes we can be so obssessed with something that we have a hard time taking a step back from it, and the only way we realize this is when someone calls us on it. This certainly applies when it comes to orchid addiction.
When orchid growers talk about their collection, one question always comes to mind. And that is, how addicted are you to orchids? Some say addiction is too strong of a word when it comes to describing their love for orchids.
Orchid Types: Calypso Orchid - The Little Giant By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchids in the wild are very different from orchids found in greenhouses and in gardens. These orchid types are very much dependent of the natural providence they find around them. Some of them cannot live in the confines of our houses. That is why there are some wild orchids that must just be left alone.
Orchid Types: Tiger Orchids - Largest Orchids To Date By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchids come various sizes and shapes. But it is once in a while that we see the tiniest and largest of all. There is an orchid which can top all other orchids in the world. Its size is considered the "Goliath" of all orchids. And of course, this orchid is not an easy plant to take care of. Few actually dare to grow this giants of all giants.
Orchid Types - The Vampire Orchids By: Mary Ann Berdak | - In the tradition of the ever popular vampire movies and TV shows, I would like to tell you that we in the orchid world have our own set of vampires - a species known as the "Draculas". Well, I may be misleading you a bit. The word dracula, although it shares a name with a very famous vampire, really means "little dragon". Nevertheless, isn't it quite intriguing that an orchid species has this weird name?
Precaution & Mandatory Care Required For Cattleya Orchid By: Jmartinwood | - Cattleya Orchid is one of the specially and durable kind of flowers that requires good cares to grow. These flowers are highly used in floral designs, wedding, ceremonies etc. The reason behind its popularity lies in its colors and attractive looks. Though every flower has its own significance, color, beauty and aroma etc but Cattleya Orchid is completely different and special in the segment. The gardeners take special cautions to grow the herb. The Orchid has to be well cared from fluctuating t ... Tags:Orchid, Orchids, Orchid Nursery, Orchid Growers, Orchid Nurseries, Orchid Sale, Orchid Grower, Cattleya Orchid, Orchids Nursery
Orchid Types - The Mysterious Ghost Orchids By: Mary Ann Berdak | - It may be far from being Halloween, but allow me to share with you this story about this particular mysterious ghost orchid I found while reading an article. So I got curious and did some research. And who would have known it? There are actually not one but two species which share the name "ghost orchid".
Orchid Types - Chocolate Orchids By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchids are one of the most fragrant flowers in the world. With over 32,000 species as of now, there is surely a scent to satisfy your senses. If you enjoy the sweet and tasty or the weird and the mundane, these plants have it all. They use this uncanny characteristic to attract would-be carriers of their genes to their mates. This is one of the greatest weapon of orchid propagation.
Orchid Types - Ugly Orchids By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Truly, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, even when it comes to orchids. Of over 35,000 species of orchids, it would just figure that there are those whose beauties are simply weird and ugly. This came to mind while when a blog entry described an orchid as an ugly plant. But the truth is the Cactus orchid that was mentioned in the blog is quite beautiful when it blooms.
Orchid Care - How To Prevent Two Deadly Orchid Viruses By: Mary Ann Berdak | - There are a few things in this world that can hurt an orchid. It is usually resilient and hardcore when taking on the elements. But there are certain things in the community of orchid growers that can cause this plant to surrender. That is a virus. It is considered a fatal enemy of the orchids and one of the biggest problems of caring for orchids.
The Benefits Of Supporting The American Orchid Society By: Mary Ann Berdak | - The American Orchid Society is dedicated to all aspects of the orchid. This includes perpetuating, appreciation, and knowledge of these delicate and lovely flowers and of course also growing orchids. The slower economy affects this non-profit organization also. It is very important for them to have your support. I was inspired to write about this because of a blog discussing how the AOS needs our support. I want to do my part to help raise awareness about this issue.
Orchid Duvet Cover From Le Vele Bedding By: Janet Quek | - Duvet covers are vibrant and they provide your bedroom an elegant look as well as they are stylish. They can cover your comforter or a mattress at the same time giving it a vibrant look. Trendy Duvet covers add a new life to your bedroom. Duvet cover sets are very much in style to decorate your small wonder nowadays.
Duvet Cover Sets with 100% cotton with increased thread count would look cozy as well as comfortable. Imagine if they are machine washable also. Good looking duvet cove ... Tags:Orchid Duvet Cover, Le Vele Bedding
Beautiful And Elegant Cattleya Orchid By: Jmartinwood | - There are various Orchids available in the nature, however, the most complex and costly Orchid is the Cattleya. Fortunately, there are few places on the earth where these herbs could be cultivated otherwise they need an artificial environment to grow. The greenhouse type structures are widely used in cultivating such orchids.
Orchid Care: Orchid Haircut By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Grooming orchids is lot like grooming kids. It's not only for appearance sake; they also need it to stay healthy. In fact, a well groomed orchid will be better at producing flowers in the next blooming cycle compared to one that has not been groomed.
Orchid Care: How To Know When Your Orchid Is Sick By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchid care takes time to master. Sometimes when you are just starting to get the hang of it, something suddenly happens that kills your plants.
Knowing how to spot early on that something is wrong is a very good way to prevent this from happening. One technique that orchid growers use is to check the leaves.
The Similarities Between Orchid Types And The Human Race By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchids are certainly masters of evolution. With over a million years under their belt, they are built to live longer and flourish as time goes by. It is no wonder that most orchid lovers compare them to people. Orchids, like people, are diverse and resilient - having thousands of species from every part of the world and living prosperously almost under any condition.
Orchid Care: If You Think You Killed Your Orchid By: Mary Ann Berdak | - There are no shortcuts in success. Everything takes time, and death is a part of life and learning. In the case of growing orchids, it's no different. There are a lot of things that newbies come across that somehow kill their plants. At first, this can be discouraging. The thing to remember is you are not alone. Most beginners out there end up killing their orchids - wilted beauty gone to waste.
Orchid Growing: How Much Sunlight Does Your Orchid Need? By: Mary Ann Berdak | - There are several growth factors to keep in mind in order to be successful at growing orchids. One of the most essential of these is to consider the climate in which the orchid grows, particularly regarding sunlight.Of course sunlight is essential for growing orchids, but be aware that not all types of orchids need the same amount of light.
Orchid Care Instructions: When And How Orchids Bloom By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Impatient beings that we are, we sometimes are relentless and eager when it comes to things that need time to develop. Orchid flowers are beautiful to say the least.
Because of this more and more orchid growers are looking for ways to speed up the process of growing and making them bloom.
Once they do bloom, we also look for ways to make their flowers last longer than usual.
Orchid Types: What Giving And Caring For Orchids Really Means By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchids have become one of the most popular house plants around the world. And with this popularity, more and more people give these plants as gifts during special occasions, such as the holidays. There are many orchid types to choose from.
But what do these plants really symbolize? Let us walk down memory lane and see what history says about these extremely popular plants and what they meant throughout time and culture.
Orchid Care Instructions: What To Do If Your Orchid Is Damaged By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Caring for orchids is both a blessing and a curse. Orchids are delicate. They require much care and attention - far more so than other common household plants. Those who find that orchid care is a stress-free activity are not caring for their plants properly.
Orchid Care Instructions: How To Avoid Heat Damage With Your Orchids By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Part of a good orchid care program should be monitoring the temperature. Most people know that the delicate flowers should not get below a certain temperature. However, did you know that they can become too hot? In some cases, it may cause severe damage to the plant and the leaves will begin to drop off.
Orchid Care: Orchid Keeping For The New Blood By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchids are beautiful flowers that make great gifts. The problem is that many people are intimated by these flowers when, with adequate time and care, there is really no need to be. Here you will learn the top three concerns new orchid growers have and what to do about them.
Orchid Care - Do You Know These 6 Laws Of Growing Beautiful Orchids? By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchid care has come a long way from the old days. It has been perfected and made easier. These orchids can now be cultivated anywhere from greenhouses to the comfort of your own home. Basically all plants have the same requirements as orchids, but in order to cultivate orchids successfully, there is a certain combination of things that are needed.
To be sure your orchids are continually healthy and content, follow these 6 laws of successful orchid care...
Caring For Your Cattleya Orchid Properly By: jordirib | - Among the great amount of types and genus of orchid plants we find the specimen which is named the "Queen of Orchids". Its name is Cattleya.
Another deserved denomination that Cattleya has earned is "corsage orchid". This is so, because the elegance and beauty of this most delicate orchid flower makes the ideal component for elegant flower ornamentation, including bouquets and flower arrangements.
Orchid Care - Learn How To Care For Your Orchids By: jordirib | - Orchids are,without any doubt, one of the most wonderful existing flowers, for many, the most beautiful. Therefore, it is not strange that orchid flowers are getting more and more popular among people to decorate and brighten up our houses.
It has been told that orchid plants are very nice and delicate flowers and that they request very special care. Well, yes and no, I should say" Let me tell you. There are more than 20.000 different orchid species and the large number of hyb ... Tags:Orchid care, caring for orchids, orchids care, orchid, orchids
Orchid Care - The 7 Biggest Orchid Care Mistakes By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Many people love the fragrant beauty of orchids, but are afraid to try their own hand at orchid care. Luckily, much of the uncertainty people feel about growing these beautiful flowers is not necessary.
In reality, once you know more about what makes orchids unique, you can prevent the seven biggest blunders that newbies commonly make:
Orchid Supplies - 9 Must-have Orchid Growing Supplies By: Mary Ann Berdak | - As an orchid grower, you're only as good as your orchid supplies. Once you've decided to grow your first plant, you're almost certainly going to be somewhat eager to jump in and get started.
But remember, it pays to take your time and make sure that you're appropriately outfitted for success first. By learning all the necessary orchid supplies on this list, you'll be prepared for anything that comes along during your adventure as an orchid grower.
While some people might moan about a plant as demanding as orchids, their fragile personality is often what endears fans of the plant to it. That said, no one really wants to wait for years as their plant approaches its first flower!
Orchid Fertilizers - Food For Thought By: Mary Ann Berdak | - There are only a few things that separate an amazing orchid fromyour ordinary ones and more often than not one of them is the fertilizer.
Wild orchids have been doing well and growing healthy without the assistance of any fertilizers. In an environment such as rain forests, these orchids feed off any nutrients they can get their roots into. Examples of these are decomposing leaves, animal droppings and even your regular rain water. Orchids raised domestically on the other hand requ ... Tags:orchid fertilizer, orchid fertilizers, buying orchid fertilizer, best orchid fertilizer
Using Orchid Lights: Guidelines For A Thriving Plant By: Rex Henson | - One of the most important parts of growing an orchid is giving it the right amount of light for it to thrive. Since orchids are naturally found in tropical areas all over the world, it enjoys a healthy dose of diffused light, needing both sun and shade to flourish. Though orchids are typically grown outdoors, did you know that they can be grown indoors as well? Many people are now using orchid lights to ensure that their plants get the proper amount of lighting to bloom and grow healthily.
Orchid Books - 3 Orchid Books You Need To Have By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchid books do several things for you. First, they teach you about what orchids are and how to identify them. This is important because if you are not sure what kind of orchid you have, how will you know how to care for it properly? After all, no two orchid species are alike in their care and maintenance.
Moreover, these books about orchids offer a wide variety of great information and tools to help you with your orchid growing success. (And you'll love the incredible pictures of ... Tags:orchid books, orchid book, orchid care, best orchid books
Orchid Care Instructions - How To Master Orchid Care By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Because orchids have been known as being not easy to care for, following basic orchid care instructions is crutial for any orchid grower.
In fact, a lot of people steer clear of orchids altogether because they are told all too often about how finicky they can be...how they have to be continuously repotted....or how you have to have the exact balance of sunlight and water, and so on.
Orchid Care - Simple Guidelines To Follow For The New Orchid Grower By: Mary Ann Berdak | - Orchids are one of the most beautiful flower-bearing plants in the world. They are distinctly unique and delicate to look at. People cultivate them because of their incredible diversity, amazing blooms and even vibrant leaves. Because of this, most people think that taking care of one is tough. Actually, most orchids are very easy to maintain. They didn't survive the Jurassic period if they weren't resilient and really adaptive to begin with. They require only the basic things that any plant nee ... Tags:orchid care, orchid care tips, growing orchids, simple orchid care, growing orchids for beginners, beginner orchid care
The Different Techniques In Orchid Propagation By: Brad Erickson | - Orchid propagation is a little more difficult than propagating other types of garden plants. However, propagating orchids involves different techniques that make the process easy. There are six major techniques in orchid propagation. These are the division, back bulbs, aerial cutting, keiki, meristem and seed propagation. Two of these techniques can be done at home or in greenhouse, while two of these must be done in a laboratory to maintain the sterility of the orchids.
How Important Is Orchid Lighting? By: Brad Erickson | - Orchid lighting is a part of the tools that orchid growers use for the cultivation of their plants. Although most orchid species grow in tropical countries, this doesn't necessarily mean that they can stand being in the sun like sunflowers. In their natural habitat, orchids grow under the canopy of the forest which gives them intermittent amounts of light in a warm, moist environment.
Even those orchids which can be found on the side of mountains or in crevices of rocks only get ex ... Tags:orchid lighting
You see, orchids are well-known for their expansive roots. They can be compared to limbs, extending and exploring out of the base of the pot, searching for nutrients. These crawling roots are the orchids' method of attaching itself to its environment (though in nature, these roots are commonly clinging to trees, not to the table legs!).
Orchid Types: Two Types - Endless Varieties By: Brad Erickson | - There are basically two orchid types: the terrestrial orchids and the epiphytes. Epiphytes are the orchids that attach themselves to the barks of trees with their roots and leaves hanging in the air. That's why they are also known as air orchids. These are the usual types that orchid gardeners grow. This is also the type of orchid most people know about. Terrestrial orchids grow on humus-rich soil and they are found along streams and moisture rich areas in their natural setting. Each type has it ... Tags:orchid types
The Cynbidium Green Orchid By: Brad Erickson | - Because of their beautiful flowers The Cymbidium Green orchid and other types of cymbidiums are some of the most popular and desirable orchids in the world. They are a great choice for the home hobbyist and they are popular in floral arrangements and corsages as well.
The Cymbidium Green orchid is particularly popular at weddings because the flowers produce large green heads. The petals which have a waxy consistency are more resistant to drying out than other flowers. This is an im ... Tags:Cymbidium Green orchid
Orchid Pruning In Five Easy Steps By: Brad Erickson | - Pruning your orchids can occur at certain times of the year and when the plant is in a domant stage. The tools you use and how you prepare them is also important.
Orchid pruning is one of the very essential aspects in caring for orchids. It is important for you to prune your orchids once they have flowered so that they will continue to bloom healthy, beautiful flowers and new growths. For beginners, this task may seem daunting, since they are afraid that they might damage the plants ... Tags:orchid pruning
Different Orchid Types - Features And Characteristics By: jordirib | - Orchids have become one of the most favorite house plants very quickly. There are many different species of orchids that can be found naturally and even a greater quantity of hybrids. Contrary to what many people think, orchids are not difficult to grow with the proper amount of care regarding water, light, fertilizer and air. While some orchid species do enjoy being in cooler conditions, several species do very well in temperatures that are around 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
Rare Orchid-what Every Collector Wants By: Mariska Corben | - Most people would mistakenly think that because orchids have a lot of variety and that it is very abundant, they thought that finding a specific variety of orchids will no longer be a problem. At times, finding a specific variety of orchid can be very difficult even if orchids comprise 10 percent of the flowering plant specie. It follows that rare objects is often what most people desires to have. But in the case of orchids, the rare orchid is not only the most wanted but is also the most beauti ... Tags:orchid types
How Important Are Orchid Roots By: Mariska Corben | - Every single orchid roots has a number of important functions to perform. The roots serve a very important function in the survival of orchid plants. The roots provide nutrients to the plants thus helping them sustain stability. Therefore, it is very important to make certain that the roots of your plant are always healthy and happy. Apart from this vital function, there are still three other major function of the orchid roots.
Firstly, the roots attach your plants, wherever they g ... Tags:orchid pots
