Orchids (Orchidaceae) are known for their elegant beauty and long-lasting blooms, making them a popular choice for indoor plants. Although they have a reputation for being finicky, they can thrive ...

Discover what to do with an orchid in February. We talk through 3 essentials to do this month and one thing that must be avoided at all costs until spring.

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 ...

You don't need a tropical environment to grow orchids. Moth orchids (cultivars of Phalaenopsis) are the easiest to grow. In their native habitats, moth orchids are "epiphytes," meaning they grow on ...

I have been admiring orchids for some time and would like to try growing them at home, but I’m worried that orchids are ...

You bought your orchid when it was loaded with flowers and admired its gorgeous blooms for months. Now, the flowers have dropped off, and you’re wondering what to do with the remaining ho-hum clump of ...

Potted orchids grow best in a bark mix called media. Water orchids once a week, allowing the roots to drain fully to prevent root rot. With sufficient light and consistent care, your indoor orchid ...

And how to tell if it can be saved.

On Tuesday last week I woke up and I saw 8 degrees. My in-laws just went down to the tropics where you can experience some heat. My hope is for those tropical hideaways called greenhouses to go and ...

Orchids are generally considered easy to care for. However, mistakes in care can cause the "queen of flowers" to shed its blooms prematurely. myHOMEBOOK highlights possible reasons. The post Possible ...