A beginner course for first-time orchid growers, from Phalaenopsis basics to Dendrobium and Cattleya care.
Differences between Phalaenopsis, Dendrobium, and Cattleya. Epiphyte traits and root importance.
Read article →Properties of bark, sphagnum moss, and terracotta pots. Using clear pots to monitor roots.
Read article →'Soak and dry' principles, using humidifiers, and misting techniques.
Read article →Providing bright indirect light, and how day-night temperature drops trigger blooming.
Read article →Signs of spike emergence, staking, and where to cut spent spikes for potential rebloom.
Read article →Signs to repot (roots overflowing), bark replacement steps, and division techniques.
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