Tropical orchids make fabulous house plants and when you think of the tropics you think of warmth, humidity and rainfall. Orchids will love plenty of moisture during summer but in winter over-watering ...

11:57, Sat, Apr 26, 2025 Updated: 11:58, Sat, Apr 26, 2025 One common issue orchid owners face is the buds falling off just before they get a chance to bloom, a frustrating problem known as bud blast.

For orchid enthusiasts looking to avoid the heartache of bud blast, this tip from a group of flower experts might do the trick: embrace misting your plant to replicate its natural, humid habitat.

Mitch Hedberg once joked, “When someone hands you a flyer, it’s like they’re saying, ‘Here, you throw this away.’” With an orchid, it’s more like: “Here, you try not to kill this.” Look up “how to ...

Q: How often should I water my orchid? A: Readers ask this question of our gardening experts regularly, and it is one I asked myself recently when I was given a beautiful orchid as a gift. I knew the ...

Watering houseplants is extremely important all year round in order to keep them alive. However, their needs change during the winter, requiring less watering. This can confuse many, with overwatering ...

Many British gardeners enjoy keeping orchids in their homes thanks to their pleasant scent and ability to flourish in the UK's cooler climate. However, according to gardening experts, there is a ...