Orchids (Orchidaceae) are known for their elegant beauty and long-lasting blooms, making them a popular choice for indoor plants. Although they have a reputation for being finicky, they can thrive ...

Caring for your orchid after it blooms ensures it stays healthy and can rebloom with vibrant flowers. Provide bright, indirect light, water only when the potting mix is dry, and use a balanced orchid ...

If it's not dormant, here's how to tweak your orchid's care.

And how to tell if it can be saved.

Tropical orchids are epiphytic, which means they grow out of soil on the surfaces of other plants in their natural habitats. Because of this, orchids function differently than other varieties and have ...

No flower is more mysterious or exotic than an orchid. See these intriguing blooms in 20 lavish exhibits during The Magic of Orchids, the Houston Orchid Society's show and sale at the Houston Museum ...

Orchids are known for being tricky: They’re delicate, require watering and misting, and they need proper drainage and just the right amount of light. That level of plant care can be overwhelming, but ...

A reader is curious about growing orchids and has some questions. Elizabeth writes: I have never tried growing orchids and it is my understanding that Phalaenopsis species are a sound choice for ...

It's true that some orchids can challenge the most skillful gardener, but a number of orchids are simple to grow. My favorite is the phalaenopsis or moth orchid. Phalaenopsis flowers are borne on ...

Winter has many daydreaming about a tropical paradise. Orchids can transform the average home into a tropical setting.