[azad]

Hi...Im reading about Orchids and becoming quite interested.
I like a challenge,so this maybe a good one to try next..

Are they fun to grow?
Any one here have a nice collection they've grown.
Im planing a family visit to the summer fairs this year.
Got any pics pls do share...Thank u

[paulo73]

I know nothing about it but i need to learn.
I gave one to the missus on here birthday and the pretty thing don´t stop flowering since late March, bless her.
It´s called a Moth Orchid and it´s one of the most common and easy to grow.

[Captain Ginyu]

They're great to grow! Been growing them for nearly 30 years now. You will find the plants, particularly the sympodial types, very rugged & forgiving. There's also a wealth of free info on the u-toobie on how to raise them.

[herbalistRoots]

orchids are awesome! trader joe's carries some of the best priced orchids around. This is a sweet orchid house on the west side of chicago.
https://www.orchidsbyhausermann.com/index.html
there is an online catalog & a lot of good growing advice. They love ambient water so a dish underneath is helpful.
Peace

[azad]

Much rep guys ^^^
I've had a good read up now and a peek on youtube too..
i will be purchasing some orchid speices soon.just need to make some space for em.

[oldguy]

Orchids are great! I'm playing with diffrent mixes and trying out one of those rooting air pots.

[dragongrower]

azad-- try and go for the hybrids first. They are usually a little easier to start with..

[FunTimesIndeed]

I just ordered Orthos guide and am eager to get started. I'll be tuned in.

[FunTimesIndeed]

Alrighty then. I've decided my next purchases in the horticultural arena will be a high-low thermometer and a light meter. Plants to follow...


UPDATE: I scored two very beautiful phalaenopsis plants, jammed 'em into my back pack, and got them home. They were doing great for a couple of days, but now I'm seeing some problems. I suspect I've been giving them to much light.

[vanilla moon]

if you're leaves turning black in some areas, you're giving them too much light..phalaenopsis orchids are pretty simple to grow.. a LITTLE light, water every 2 weeks or so and they'll be great companions for years to come. Pick up some miracle grow orchid food and follow the directions. I find that the food jump starts the plant to bloom or re-bloom and send up new spikes