Plus, the best watering times. Orchids are such beautiful flowers—whether they’re purple, white, or other hues like orange or ...

Another, related, problem of orchids wilting and dropping their flowers is an incorrect potting mix. Chad Massura explains ...

When you pot them in your nursery, use a very airy medium. Fir bark by itself or in a blend is a usual orchid potting soil.

The AOS says the ways to determine if an orchid is ready for water are: The potting mix looks dry The pot is lighter than normal Clay pots are dry ...

Depending on how fast your potting bark dries out, you may need to water your orchid more or less than this gardening expert. You may also need to repeat this between every five to 11 days.

Let’s examine some of this advice: “Place one piece under the orchid. It will grow 100 branches ... Phalaenopsis should be planted in a well-draining potting medium, and water should flow ...

A spindly stem rises from a nest of fleshy flat green leaves, springing free upwards, unable to stand alone, tied to a bare dead stick. Five brave white blossoms at the top, each a delicate ...

However, caring for these blooms can be challenging. In addition to proper potting, orchids require careful watering. According to Virginia Hayes, indoor plant pro and retail showroom manager at ...

Before you do, always check the condition of the potting mix to make sure it’s sufficiently dried out. If you feel the top inch with your finger, it should feel bone dry. If your orchid is in a ...