You have recently admired the beauty of some orchids in your
friends home. A week later you are still thinking about the orchids and
have the desire to place one in your home environment. Now what do you
do?
Here are a few steps to consider for the orchid buying process. The growing conditions in your home are a factor when choosing an orchid variety that is suitable. Your supplier will help you choose the perfect species.
Where is the orchid going to live?
1. Orchids prefer less intense lighting where both sun and shade are the norm... think tropical forest environment. The best placement is an east window.
2. Humidity is important. The goal is to mimic the orchid's tropical environment. Do not place your orchid near or under the air conditioning vent. However, air circulation is recommended for healthy roots. Orchids love approximately 80% humidity.
3. Optimum temperature range is between 55 degrees and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. It is possible to lose orchid buds if the temperature is higher.
What to look for when purchasing your exotic orchid:
1. The orchid plant must be healthy... inspect the roots! Roots must be firmly attached to the growing medium. The color of the roots should be light to dark green for health.
2. Healthy plant leaves are green and well shaped... if not, move on to the next one.
3. Look for an orchid that is about to bloom. The mature flowering plant's beauty is in the declining phase, so find one in the early stage of blooming in order to enjoy all of its splendor.
4. Be sure the newly formed buds are healthy looking... firm and good color.
Cultivation tips for outdoor orchids:
1. Temporal areas of the world are best for growing orchids. Remember, orchids do well in temperatures ranging between 55 to 80 degrees. Some species vary. If you do live in a northern climate, bring orchids inside when weather dips to around 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. For ease of transporting orchids from outside to inside during cold weather, plant orchids in containers and baskets.
3. When growing orchid plants outside consider the sun/shade ratio and avoid sunburn by choosing tree areas which give dappled light.
4. An outside environment may be more challenging for pest control. Pay more attention to your plants. Spray and treat more often.
Orchid choices are so varied. Keep them close and in view. Give them TLC and enjoy their beauty... they will make you smile.
Here are a few steps to consider for the orchid buying process. The growing conditions in your home are a factor when choosing an orchid variety that is suitable. Your supplier will help you choose the perfect species.
Where is the orchid going to live?
1. Orchids prefer less intense lighting where both sun and shade are the norm... think tropical forest environment. The best placement is an east window.
2. Humidity is important. The goal is to mimic the orchid's tropical environment. Do not place your orchid near or under the air conditioning vent. However, air circulation is recommended for healthy roots. Orchids love approximately 80% humidity.
3. Optimum temperature range is between 55 degrees and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. It is possible to lose orchid buds if the temperature is higher.
What to look for when purchasing your exotic orchid:
1. The orchid plant must be healthy... inspect the roots! Roots must be firmly attached to the growing medium. The color of the roots should be light to dark green for health.
2. Healthy plant leaves are green and well shaped... if not, move on to the next one.
3. Look for an orchid that is about to bloom. The mature flowering plant's beauty is in the declining phase, so find one in the early stage of blooming in order to enjoy all of its splendor.
4. Be sure the newly formed buds are healthy looking... firm and good color.
Cultivation tips for outdoor orchids:
1. Temporal areas of the world are best for growing orchids. Remember, orchids do well in temperatures ranging between 55 to 80 degrees. Some species vary. If you do live in a northern climate, bring orchids inside when weather dips to around 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. For ease of transporting orchids from outside to inside during cold weather, plant orchids in containers and baskets.
3. When growing orchid plants outside consider the sun/shade ratio and avoid sunburn by choosing tree areas which give dappled light.
4. An outside environment may be more challenging for pest control. Pay more attention to your plants. Spray and treat more often.
Orchid choices are so varied. Keep them close and in view. Give them TLC and enjoy their beauty... they will make you smile.
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