Orchid blooms can intimidate budding gardeners. Joan Connors, a retired greenhouse manager of the American Orchid Society, has a few tips to help beginners keep plants blooming and healthy. Connors ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Orchids may appear delicate and fussy, but they're actually not difficult to grow—if you give them ...

Potted orchids grow best in a bark mix called media. Water orchids once a week, allowing the roots to drain fully to prevent root rot. With sufficient light and consistent care, your indoor orchid ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Orchids may appear delicate and fussy, but they're actually not difficult to grow—if you give them the ...

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Orchids are some of the most delicate and unique flowers you can grow ...

Phalaenopsis orchids, or moth orchids, are blooming now and do they look glorious. Everything about their epiphytic existence sets them up to thrive in tropical settings. (An epiphyte is one that ...

Yes, Spathoglottis is a genus of about 40 species of orchids that are considered terrestrial; in other words, it developed in the soil instead of in the air on tree branches. These ground orchids, ...

If you're looking for a new plant to add color to your living space, there are several different types of orchids to choose from. From spray orchids and moth orchids to dancing ladies and the more ...