Is there a technique to water mounted orchids? The answer all lies within the type of mount your orchid is on. For the majority of mounts, (like coco husks, or coco fibers, tree fern plaques, cork...

Is water a decent medium for orchids to grow in? Yes, but there are special requirements and observations that are involved. Growing orchids in water is actually a simple technique, but it does...

What are the benefits of adding charcoal to the potting medium? Charcoal eliminates odor, breaks down the buildup of bacteria, absorbs the salt residue, therefor reduce the risk of root burn, and...

Can orchids go without water? Yes. Most orchids will survive for two to three weeks (a typical vacation period) without watering, occasionally up to one month. Cattleya alliance, Dendrobium alliance,...

Sphagnum allows air to circulate freely around the roots of the orchid; its moisture-absorbing qualities ensure proper irrigation; and it binds ammonium, slowing down the decomposition caused by...

Dogs are famous for chewing: slippers, coffee table legs, shoes, and yes, even plants. Once in a while, Max will be found with something he shouldn’t have in his mouth. Households plants are no...