Beautiful orchids

Orchids are an incredibly unique and fascinating group of plants. Many people can identify a Phalaenopsis (moth orchid) or Cattleya (the old corsage orchids), but the question often is asked, “What makes an orchid an orchid?” Orchids have some morphological (physical) traits that make them stand out from other plant families. In orchids, many of their floral parts come in groups of three.

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Wondering if there are more orchid types out there than the handful you always see in garden centers? Well, you are in for a treat because there are upwards of 25,000 orchid species in the

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I'm willing to bet that most orchid growers are introduced to the hobby through Phalaenopsis orchids (aka moth orchids) that are already in bloom. Phals are attractive houseplants even when they're not in bloom, but let's be honest: when was the last time you fell in love with an out-of-bloom Phal in the store and

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I've always had a hard time keeping my orchids in bloom but I don't think that will be an issue anymore.