On the popular TV show “Frasier,” the fussbudget psychiatrist’s ex-cop father needles him with, “Aren’t you the little hothouse orchid!” Orchids do have that reputation. People regard them as the ...

The orchid family contains more species than any other family of flowering plants. They have adapted to climates ranging from the Arctic Circle to the equator, but most of the orchids we grow as ...

Orchids are easy to care for if you know what they need. (DINAH ROGERS) There was a time when orchids were so expensive only the wealthy could indulge in collecting and growing them. In addition to ...

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Orchids are some of the most delicate and unique flowers you can grow ...

If you've found yourself falling in love with the delicate beauty of orchids, you're in luck: There are a lot of different plants to choose from! There are orchids native to every continent except ...

Orchids are colorful, long-lasting and surprisingly easy to grow indoors with the right conditions. Orchids need a special potting mix, specific watering techniques and indirect light. Humidity trays ...

Jewel orchids (Ludisia discolor), also called tiger orchids, are terrestrial orchids from Southeast Asia known for their ...

Vanilla bean orchids are challenging to grow and recommended for experienced gardeners due to their high-maintenance needs. Successful cultivation requires careful attention to light, humidity, and ...