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How to Care for Orchids

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www.lowes.com Orchids have four needs: 1. Partial Light — Orchids will do best in a north- or east-facing window. The light from a south- or west-facing window may be too strong and burn the leaves. 2. Consistent Moisture — Water your orchid about once a week. Water around the base of the plant and don’t overwater. 3. Warm Temperatures — Orchids are tropical plants. Keep them in a room heated between 65-80 degrees. 4. Fertilizer — To feed your orchid, you can use a water-soluble fertilizer mix. Spray it onto your plant about once every one to two months Orchids bloom for many weeks. When a flower starts to fade, simply pinch it off. When a stem starts to fade, cut it back, but do not throw the orchid away. If you continue to water and feed it, it will send up new buds. Find more information about caring for orchids at www.lowes.com

The Orchid Doctor – How to Replant an Orchid Part 2 – orchidmania south florida

admin — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 10:10:24 +0000

Step by step explanation on placing and stabilizing orchid in new pot including orchid position in new pot, how much medium to use and tips to hold orchid in place while adjusting to its new home – orchidmania south florida

How to Hang an Orchid Plant Onto a Tree

admin — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 05:32:15 +0000

Orchids are unlike many other kinds of plants because they do not require soil in order to grow and form their blossoms. In areas where the winters rarely have freezing temperatures, you can grow many types of orchids on trees. If you live in a subtropical or tropical climate, you can experiment with growing orchids on trees, where they will offer an unexpected flush of color when they bloom. If your winters are colder, you can hang orchids from trees in hanging baskets during the warmer months and then move them indoors in fall. Hanging an Orchid On a Tree Step 1 Choose a tree with sufficient foliage to give your orchid filtered sunlight during all seasons of the year. The East Everglades Orchid Society in Florida recommends oak trees for Cattleya species and some Brassicas. Other orchids, such as those in the Schomburgika genus, can tolerate more sun and do well when you mount them on palms and other trees that have an open canopy. Mango trees and avocados are also well-suited for growing certain types of orchids, such as flat-leaf Oncidiums, Phalaenopsis and Cattleya. Step 2 Mount your orchid on a part of the tree that is open and has good air circulation. Spring is the best time of year to mount orchids to trees. If you need to protect your orchid from cold northerly wind, mount it on a branch or part of the trunk that faces south. Tie your orchid to either a vertical or horizontal branch with nylon string or green nursery tape. Step 3 Remove the tape or string about …

The Basic Macronutrients Of Orchid Care

admin — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 22:30:54 +0000

www.TheOrchidResource.com Learn the three basic macronutrients that orchids need to thrive. Get a FREE orchid growing mini course today and start creating your own beautiful orchid garden!

The Orchid Doctor – How to Replant an Orchid Part 1 – orchidmania south florida

admin — Mon, 03 May 2010 10:12:48 +0000

The essential steps to remove and prepare an orchid for replanting. When an orchid should be replanted, choosing the right pot and medium plus correct cleaning of the plant – orchidmania south florida

How to Grow Plants & Flowers : Growing Orchids in a Pot

admin — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 10:08:33 +0000

Grow orchids in a pot by recreating the natural environment using bark as a base and allowing the plant to dry out between watering. Give potted orchids good drainage opportunities to avoid rot with instructions from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening.

The Secret Formula To Growing Beautiful and Magnificent Orchids

admin — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 19:48:06 +0000

Watch this video and find out the secret formula to growing beautiful and magnificent orchids. Discover how you too can have beautiful orchids that will thrive for many years to come. Watch the entire video for a special surprise as well. For more information on growing beautiful orchids go to: www.theorchidresource.com

The Basic Macronutrients Of Orchid Care

admin — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 23:00:33 +0000

www.TheOrchidResource.com Learn the three basic macronutrients that orchids need to thrive. Get a FREE orchid growing mini course today and start creating your own beautiful orchid garden!

Plant Care & Gardening : How to Transplant Orchids

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Transplanting orchids to larger pots with more air will allow room for the roots to grow and more room for drainage. Mix compost in with the soil to transplant orchids withinstructions from a sustainable gardener in this free video on plant care. Expert: Yolanda Vanveen Contact: www.vanveenbulbs.com Bio: Yolanda Vanveen is a third-generation flower grower and sustainable gardener who lives in Kalama, Wash. She is the owner of VanveenBulbs.com. Filmmaker: Daron Stetner…

The Basic Macronutrients Of Orchid Care

admin — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:42:04 +0000

www.TheOrchidResource.com Learn the three basic macronutrients that orchids need to thrive. Get a FREE orchid growing mini course today and start creating your own beautiful orchid garden!