When I put my orchids outside each summer, it’s like out of sight, out of mind. I don’t give them another thought. Sometimes I wonder why I even go to the trouble because I rarely ever have any ...

Q: I am a native of Costa Rica. When I moved to the U.S. seven years ago, I brought a test-tube baby of our national flower, cattleya skinneri. Since then, I have nursed the plant along and the pseudo ...

13:29, Tue, Mar 11, 2025 Updated: 13:37, Tue, Mar 11, 2025 Gardening pro Graham Smith (MCIHort – a member of the Chartered Institute of Horticulture) revealed exclusively to Express.co.uk the "best ...

Orchids are stunning additions to any space, but bringing one home requires a little know-how to ensure it thrives. Many new orchid owners feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice, wondering if orchids ...

I'm a huge admirer of orchids, but I'll be the first to admit they're not the easiest houseplants to care for. I've had three orchids in total, and only one has survived. Luckily, the remaining orchid ...

Orchids are beautiful, delicate houseplants that can be found in most supermarkets and garden centres throughout the year. The plants need light in order to create their stunning blooms, however, too ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When it comes to orchids, a little trim goes a long way toward turning your plant into a showstopper. Known for their exotic beauty and ...

Richmond, Va. — Vascular surgeon Marc Warner and his wife Marnie are pet lovers. In addition to Hamlet the pig and Greg the donkey, they care for about 40 animals. Yet Marc said the love he has for ...

The orchid family could have died out like dinosaurs if insects had chosen to feed on simpler plants and not on orchids. The orchids wouldn't have been pollinated, and without pollination they would ...