Adele's Gardening Ideas

Most orchids that are bought in pet stores have the capacity to grow very fast. Some orchids, however, cannot grow that fast and it is important for you to know how fast does an orchid grow? You need to understand that there are different types of orchids and that they have different growth speeds. The…

When it comes time to pot your orchid plants, you’ll need to select the right potting medium for the kind of orchid you are growing. There are basically two types of orchids: those that grow well in the soil and those that don’t. Orchids that grow well in the soil include cucumbers, tomatoes, and peppers;…

What is Orchid Kekui? It’s actually a new technique I’ve been trying out with my orchids. Basically what I’m doing is using what is called “sponges” with which I am growing orchid plants. You can also use regular sponges, but I find that the wiki style sponge is easier to use for the reason that…

There are a lot of reasons why orchids flower and wilt. One of the more common ones is that the orchid plant itself has not been properly cared for. When orchids are cared for, they will do better. However, sometimes owners just do not know what to do to take care of their orchids. Some…

A.D. Orchids, also known as Dendrobium orchids, a genus of orchid plants in the orchid family (Lamiaceae). The common name of this genus is Orchidum, that was first recorded back in 1696 by the ship captain Willem de Sade. Orchids actually belong to a number of hundred different species, some of which are in the…

How do orchids differ from orchids? In my opinion, there is not any real difference at all. Both are tropical plants that are commonly found in the Asia and Europe regions. They look very similar, yet orchids are actually a different class of plant from orchids. There are many varieties of orchids, however, the orchid…

Phalaenopsis orchids are renowned for their beauty. These plants are grown mainly for their exotic beauty, however they also perform a number of other useful functions in our daily lives. These plants are most useful for starting new plants from seed. If you are growing orchid plants from seed, then it is important to get…

Do you ever wish you had an air for orchids? Air for orchids could be a life saver for your orchids if you are constantly bothered by insects and diseases. I know I certainly do because I have had many problems with my orchids in the past. If you have not had any problems with…

Many orchid lovers are curious as to when is a plant dormant. They want to know when the best time for planting orchids in their garden will be. While there is no hard and fast rule regarding this, there are some general rules of thumb you can use to determine when a plant is dormant.…

Are orchids delicate? This is a question that comes to the mind of many people, especially those who have just started growing orchids. Well, orchids are not delicate at all, but they are quite different from other plants. Just like other plants, orchids need certain conditions in order for them to grow. They need a…