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 ...

Orchids have been a popular houseplant since the Victorian era, when the passion for collecting these tropical beauties reached feverish heights, sending orchid hunters across the world in search of ...

Vanilla bean orchids are challenging to grow and recommended for experienced gardeners due to their high-maintenance needs. Successful cultivation requires careful attention to light, humidity, and ...

Orchids are known for being tricky: They’re delicate, require watering and misting, and they need proper drainage and just the right amount of light. That level of plant care can be overwhelming, but ...

Growing orchids from seed has always been considered a very specialized task and nearly impossible for the average gardener. It is a myth that a fully equipped laboratory is necessary; a myth that ...

(WHTM) – April 16 is National Orchid Day and although the plants being celebrated today are beautiful, they can be complicated to care for. However, with a little research, patience and practice you ...

Rows of phalaenopsis orchids in shades of pink fill the showroom greenhouse at Little Brook Orchids. There's also an orchid that inspired Charles Darwin, an orchid with flowers that last four months ...

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A good rule of thumb for most orchids is to fertilize "weekly, weakly" during the growing season, says Uzar. This means ...

Editor's note: This is part one of a two-part series looking at native orchids found in Lake County. Watch for the next part that will feature native orchid identification and more about Lake County ...