Orchids have been a popular houseplant since the Victorian era, when the passion for collecting these tropical beauties reached feverish heights, sending orchid hunters across the world in search of ...

(WHTM) – April 16 is National Orchid Day and although the plants being celebrated today are beautiful, they can be complicated to care for. However, with a little research, patience and practice you ...

If you're looking for a new plant to add color to your living space, there are several different types of orchids to choose from. From spray orchids and moth orchids to dancing ladies and the more ...

Phalaenopsis orchids, commonly called moth orchids, are one of the most popular orchids because they are easy to grow and care for as a houseplant. They often bear multiple flower buds on arching ...

Potted orchids grow best in a bark mix called media. Water orchids once a week, allowing the roots to drain fully to prevent root rot. With sufficient light and consistent care, your indoor orchid ...

The orchid family contains more species that 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 don't like soggy soil and overwatering is a common cause of death for these tropical houseplants. Learn how to water an orchid without overdoing it.

Orchids are long-lived plants that produce flowers every year in the late winter if they receive the proper care. “After an orchid flowers, it’s tired, and it needs to rest and recover so it can ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Orchids are known for their long-lasting blooms that appear in almost every color — white, pink, purple ...

Mitch Hedberg once joked, “When someone hands you a flyer, it’s like they’re saying, ‘Here, you throw this away.’” With an orchid, it’s more like: “Here, you try not to kill this.” Look up “how to ...

An orchid isn’t exactly a puppy, but it is one of those gifts that requires regular care. If you’re given one — or if you pick one up this weekend at the Santa Barbara International Orchid Show — you ...

Flower lovers everywhere agree: Orchids are pretty darn stunning. And although they were once reserved for the wealthy, orchids are now as readily accessible as cut flowers and everyday plants.