One of the biggest challenges of growing orchids is getting them to bloom on a regular basis. They’re so beautiful that you want them to be around as much as possible. But if you’re struggling then you can take heart knowing you aren’t alone. Many orchid growers struggle to get their plants to rebloom, even …
One of the most common questions about orchids is “where should I cut my orchid stem after it blooms?” The right answer for that depends on which type of orchid you have and it’s specific needs. So I’m going to take you through where you should cut your orchid stem after it blooms as well …
Orchids are one of the most popular houseplants. They have incredibly beautiful and exotic blooms that can’t fail to wow people. However, once the flowers fall off many people wonder if their orchid will ever bloom again. The good news is that with proper care and attention your orchid can grow a new spike and …
Orchids are known for having some of the most beautiful flowers. But sometimes those flowers can start falling off the plant prematurely. If your orchid is losing its flowers then you’re probably worried or upset. And wondering why your orchid flowers are falling off. Well there are a number of factors to consider. In this …
After looking after orchids for many years I’ve heard the question “How long will my orchid flowers actually last?” more times than I can count. It usually comes from those new to orchids (which might be you) and with a sense of both hope and worry. Which anyone whose cared for orchids will understand. So …
Orchids are some of the most delicate and beautiful plants in the world. They have a reputation for being difficult to care for though. But with the right knowledge anyone can learn how to care for these stunning plants. And correctly watering them is one of the most important aspects of orchid care. We’re going …
Most gardeners think of fall as the season for winding down. The last tomatoes are in. The dahlias have been blackened by frost and need lifting. The beds look tired, the light is going and there’s an instinct to tidy up, put the tools away and wait for spring. It’s an understandable instinct. But its …
Dahlias are awesome and really pretty. But when I grew dahlias for the first fine I thought I’d done something wrong. I’d planted the tubers in late May, and those tubers are odd things that look more like a bunch of sweet potatoes than anything that was going to give me flowers. Sadly I then …
Who doesn’t love the citrusy zest of a fresh lemon? They’re one of nature’s greatest miracles. Ok, that might be a bit over the top! They’re still great though. And so is having your own to eat whenever you want. But how do you grow a lemon tree? Well, that depends. Where do you live? …