Tropical orchids are epiphytic, which means they grow out of soil on the surfaces of other plants in their natural habitats. Because of this, orchids function differently than other varieties and have ...

After your orchid plant's flowers have fallen off, you're left with a ho-hum clump of leaves. But with the right orchid fertilizing tips, a little TLC, and some patience, you can have flowers again.

Orchids have been the darlings of the horticultural world for hundreds of years. Collectors spend fortunes just to claim a rare specimen for their own. Because of the number of varieties available, ...

It's true that some orchids can challenge the most skillful gardener, but a number of orchids are simple to grow. My favorite is the phalaenopsis or moth orchid. Phalaenopsis flowers are borne on ...

No flower is more mysterious or exotic than an orchid. See these intriguing blooms in 20 lavish exhibits during The Magic of Orchids, the Houston Orchid Society's show and sale at the Houston Museum ...

Growing orchids requires a lot of patience and consistency. You may already have tried the orchid coffee grounds hack to keep them happy, but have you heard of using rice water? This is a trend many ...

Question: We received a flowering nun’s orchid. Please advise on the care needed when the flowers are gone. Answer: Tall spikes of blooms are a nice feature of this terrestrial orchid that blooms ...