Posted by Kamaile on Jun 7th 2023
Almost everyone loves summer. Most orchids will too, with just a little extra care.These amazing plants can grow in a range of climates. While some seasonal conditions help your plants grow, others can have adverse effects. Follow these easy tips to make sure your flowers thrive during the summer!How to Take Care of Orchids in the Summer#1. Appropriate SunlightOrchids require at least five to six hours of sunlight every day. It can be indoor or ou… Read more
Posted by Kamaile on May 9th 2023
When you enter the world of orchid growing, you’ll certainly hear the word “species”.Species (noun) 1. “The fundamental category of taxonomic classification, ranking below a genus or subgenus. Species names are represented in binomial nomenclature by an uncapitalized Latin adjective or noun following a capitalized genus name.” (The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.) One of our favorite examples is the Cattleya wa… Read more
Posted by Kamaile on Mar 21st 2023
Sooty mold is a collective term for different Ascomycete fungi that affects various plants including orchids. By itself, this black, soot-like coating on leaves is not a direct threat and does little if any harm to the plant. The fungus itself merely blocks sunlight, and very rarely may stunt a plant's growth and cause foliage to yellow.Sooty mold is primarily a cosmetic problem in most gardens and plant collections.Treatment is necessary when th… Read more