Orchid Archives

Cambria, a magnificent orchid

Growing a Cambria orchid is quite straightforward. Note that there are a few rules to follow for nice flowers and to extend the blooming

Five fabulous winter-blooming flowers

Even in winter, nature finds ways to gift us with joy and magic, with flowers that are full of warmth and color.

How to repot an orchid to a new pot

Orchids are very delicate plants and when they’re not in their native environment they’re even more fragile. This quick video will walk you through choosing a new pot, timing the repotting perfectly, and will share smart tips on soil mix and technique for your orchid to bloom back once ready. Read more ►

15 bathroom plants – these love moisture!

Here’s a list of 15 excellent plants that will thrive in your bathroom. This room in the house usually gets high moisture and warm/cold temperature swings. Most plants don’t like it,

Plants for each room

Oxygen-rich and source of greenery, plants are crucial to any household. When considering what makes each room special,

How to increase humidity in air for houseplants

Many houseplants come from tropical areas where air moisture levels are very high. In apartments and homes, increase air moisture

Begonia leaves with drops of water on them

Caring for an orchid, phalaenopsis as an example

Phalaenopsis orchids are tropical flowers that adapt very well to growing indoors. It’s quite easy to care for this type of orchid, and it can bloom all year round.

Vanda orchid, an excellent hanging orchid

The Vanda genus includes over 70 different orchid species, all native to tropical Asia. With truly splendid flowers similar to those of Phalaenopsis, Vanda orchids are equally suited to growing indoors in our temperate climates and are often available in stores.

White orchid varieties, 5 immaculate varieties

White orchid varieties are a clear favorite because they symbolize uplifting emotions in an elegant manner. Indeed, the whiteness of their flowers express joy and love with pristine clarity!

Orchid symbols, what is the meaning of the orchid flower?

The orchid symbolizes many different things, and its meaning depends on both the species and the color of its flowers. First of all, in Ancient Greece, the orchid was a symbol of fertility and virility.

Codonanthe, flowering cascade of emerald leaves

Codonanthe is a rare find in garden stores, but the cascading string of leaves is clearly worth the

Zygopetalum, a wonderful orchid to care for

Zygopetalum is a family of orchids native to Brazil and Columbia.

Fragrant orchids, discover these strong-scented orchids!

Most of us aren’t aware of it, but there are many orchids that are fragrant! A lot of species pair stunning beauty with pleasant scents.

Guttation, how plants deal with too much water

Guttation is how plants expel excess water or nutrients through tiny openings on leaves and stems. and water content.

Guttation and plant diseases, should you worry about those drops?

Breakthrough research is analyzing the effect of guttation on the spread of plant diseases. In some cases, guttation is bad for plants.

Guttation on an orchid leaf with beaker and measuring stick

Oasis of moisture: create an exotic garden at home

What does “exotic” actually mean? Plants that come from far away? Plants that look weird? Crazy lush growth and greenery like a jungle? As a concept, “exotic” can mean many things.

Create an exotic garden with endless lush growth

Best substrate and soil mix for orchids, and how to make your own

Orchids are surely the plants for which the growth medium is most critical to the plant’s thriving.

Repotting orchids – when, how and special tips to repot well

Repotting an orchid is an important step in the life cycle of the plant. To repot it, you need to proceed differently as for other houseplants. After having bloomed well, your orchid

Orchid watering, how to water orchids

Orchids are flowers native to tropical forests. They love warm environments with a lot of moisture in the air. Though they like humidity, their root system is very vulnerable to root rot when they wallow in water for too long.

Orchids, daughters of light? Get exposure right

The orchid family is a surprising caste, seemingly bred from jewels of pure light. 750 different genuses, 20,000 species and thousands of hybrids!

Thousands of orchids

You might know the Phalaenopsis that has set root in many homes all over the world, but a great many other orchid varieties are still unknown to the greater public.

Catalpa, a shade tree with amazing orchid-like blooms

Catalpa is a true garden-enhancing tree. It offers unique shade foliage & flowers.

Habenaria orchids, fascinating flowers – care for them well

The Habenaria genus numbers over 800 orchid species from tropical and sub-tropical regions of the globe. Most exist in Asia, South America, and Africa.

Cymbidium, a superb orchid

The growing and caring for a Cymbidium orchid is on par with the easiest of all orchids. Deep into winter is generally when its magnificent blooming is appreciated,

Luminous flowers to fight gray winter homes

Delicate or extravagant, these flower plants bring color and a touch of Faraway for our indoors, even in winter! A selection of three plants that have crossed the planet: