The Phalaenopsis or ‘Moth Orchid’ is the commonest orchid due to its ease of production and the availability of blooming plants year round. Phalaenopsises are easily grown in the home and stay in ...

May is a key month for orchid care. A handful of well-timed tasks now will ensure plenty of flowers and healthy growth going ...

Phalaenopsis orchids, sometimes called moth orchids, are often given as gifts. The beautiful flowers bloom from December through May. They look beautiful when you receive them, but will they ever look ...

Question: Many stores and garden centers are offering phalaenopsis orchids so I bought one. How long does it last in the home and what care is needed? Answer: Keep your new orchid in bright light but ...

Q: I purchased a Phalaenopsis orchid that bloomed beautifully this year. What do I need to do to have it bloom again next year? I know it can be difficult to get orchids to rebloom. -- Mary S., ...

I was in a nursery recently and wandered into the greenhouse where they had tropical plants generally grown indoors. There were all the typical foliage plants, such as dracaena, dieffenbachia, pothos ...

Orchids developed the title of a houseplant that is difficult to care for. However, this is not always the case because with the right care, it can grow stronger. For those who want to try to rebloom ...

Phalaenopsis orchids will typically bloom about once a year, for up to three months. After a blooming cycle, the flowers will wilt and fall off. When this happens, don’t worry, the orchid is not dead, ...