Orchids make up one of the most gorgeous and varied groups of flowering plants in the world. Many common species are readily available to beginner growers, while avid orchid collectors can covet ...

Periodically check the roots of your orchid and trim any dead, shriveled, or dying roots, says Langelo. If the roots show signs of root rot or other fungal issues, trim the roots and repot the plant.

Speaking to Express.co.uk, gardening expert Graham Smith (MCIHort) – based at LBS Horticulture – revealed the common mistake many plant owners make. While orchids can be brought home in full bloom if ...

creating prime conditions for orchid root rot. Repot all new orchids that are planted with sphagnum moss as soon as they’re done blooming to ensure that they have a proper growing medium for ...

“If the roots are brown and mushy ... in its dormant phase will have only one or two yellow leaves, whereas a dying orchid will have yellow leaves all over. Do not despair, though; if your ...

Give your orchid a nutritional boost by spritzing its leaves during the growing season with a mixture of 2 tablespoons of Epsom salt to a gallon of water. The magnesium and calcium in the Epsom salt ...