Routine pruning is not a necessary part of orchid care; however, there are times when a little cutting back is beneficial to the plant. Knowing how to prune an orchid is useful when you want to ...

Wilting or wrinkling leaves are one of the first signs that you may need to start watering your plant more often. Overgaag suggests doing regular root checks to make sure your orchid is receiving ...

Orchids (Orchidaceae spp.) may be gorgeous, but learning how to properly care for them is essential to help these difficult plants to thrive. Winter can be a tricky time in particular: While USDA ...

I have noticed orchids for sale recently at several stores. I was afraid to purchase one because I heard they are very hard to take care of. What are their care requirements?

Are you an orchid murderer? If so, you’re not alone. I’ve inadvertently killed my fair share of these tropical plants over the years. When I brought my first orchid home from Publix, wrapped in ...

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service estimates less than a thousand ghost orchids are left in the United States.

Mr. Nguyen Van Canh and his colleagues have organized nearly 300 forest trips, spent their own money to search, analyzed, and ...

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The bonsai has sturdy green leaves that bloom with pure, gentle white flowers that give off a strong, pleasant fragrance.

Ask Us Anything answers your most outlandish, mind-burning questions—from the everyday things you’ve always wondered to the ...

The Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Columbus, Ohio isn’t just a feast for the eyes—it’s a full-on botanical banquet with a side of artistic wonder. Let me tell you, this isn’t your ...