May
04
2008
Kid
Article reveals that orchids do not grow in soil. Tips and guide on why and how to prepare the soil and care for your orchids.
Orchids come in many varieties and are vibrant and hardy plants. However, many people do not know of this curious fact, but orchids do not grow in soil.
Epiphytes are orchids that cling to trees, supporting themselves on the bark. They receive all the water they need when rain water runs or drips down the tree. Other nutrients they receive from the air.
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Mar
07
2008
Kid
To grow orchids you need to give them water, light, air and fertilizer. If only it was that simple. So how do you take care of orchids? To set you on the right path follow these orchid growing tips.
1 Choose a variety suited to the environmental conditions that you will be able to provide. For example, if you have a west facing window sill that’s obstructed by trees you should pick a variety that likes lower light conditions.
2. The growing medium for orchids should be New Zealand sphagnum moss or a fine or medium orchid bark mix. Do not use soil.
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