Orchid potting ideas

"Orchids seem to drive people crazy," the author Susan Orlean wrote in The Orchid Thief. "Those who love them love them madly." This has been true for cent

An orchid arrangement adds stunning beauty to any space in your house, whether it is in spotless white or one of the most breathtaking exotic colors. I enjoy putting orchids on display here at our home, especially in the summer. When purchased, orchid arrangements can be fairly expensive, but they are really simple to assemble yourself using your favorite container and store-bought orchid plants.

Easy step by step how-to and when-to repot an old phalaenopsis orchid. Check roots and replace with fresh bark chip soil for a healthy vibrant plant.

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Most folks do this wrong. The right way to grow orchids in water successfully

Orchids can usually live in the same pot for at least a year or two without any problems. But sooner or later, your orchid will outgrow its pot, or its potting mix will start to break down. That's when you'll need to repot it.

I've been in the mood to give my living room a fresh update for the spring/summer season {see this instagram picture}. One of the great advantages to living in Miami is that we have access to gorgeous tropical foliage at an amazing price. I saw a local farmers stand on the side of the road last week with a sign advertising orchids for sale for $10 each. Sold! I love my vintage wooden dough bowl, and often use that as a vessel for displaying seasonal decor around my house. Armed with my…

For a pretty display on my kitchen table, I decided to "kopy kat" an idea I saw in the January issue of "Better Homes and Gardens" magazine. The article explains how to put orchids creatively in tall vases. An orchid expert tells how to keep the orchids' roots healthy while they are in the vases. I have been downsizing my vase collection so I don't have the straight-sided vases that I used to. I did find three former (spigots are broken) clear glass drink dispensers in the attic. I turned…

For a nice change from your typical floral arrangement, try using orchids. And I am hoping to help you put this orchid arrangement together quickly.