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Orchid faded? Here’s what to do now

When an orchid loses its last blooms, the disappointment is often great. For weeks, it was the centerpiece on the windowsill, ...
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 ...
Check the roots of your orchid plant every couple of weeks to prevent dehydration. If the orchid has dried out, soak it in ...
By understanding your orchid’s needs and creating a supportive environment, you can revive your non-blooming orchid and enjoy its beautiful flowers once again. With a little care and patience, you’ll ...
Dear Neil: I’ve been gifted a moth orchid. It says I just need to water it with ice cubes. Is that a good plan? How can I get it to bloom once again? That’s a Phalaenopsis orchid, the most popular of ...
Across Britain, windowsills host a quiet drama as once-glossy orchid leaves fade, droop and shift shade. Owners worry. Routines crumble. Yellow leaves rarely arrive overnight. They build from tiny ...
Water, temperature, and light can all be the reasons your orchid is struggling. Take these steps to revive an orchid and help it thrive for years to come.
I was inspired to try growing orchids after attending the Garden’s Orchid Show last week and would like some advice regarding the three plants I just purchased. — Emily Heideman, Chicago Orchids are ...
A houseplant enthusiast has shared a secret for keeping orchids blooming all year round and it's as simple as adding a certain fruity treat to your watering routine. Revealing her hack in a DIY video ...
Some need just a tiny amount of sun and water to bloom. Others flaunt their colorful petals in full sun even if they're in a ditch. A select few bloom only when secured to another, more stable plant.
Orchids are stunning additions to any space, but bringing one home requires a little know-how to ensure it thrives. Many new orchid owners feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice, wondering if orchids ...
Orchids might be seen as fussy flowers, but with the right attention, they can bloom beautifully indoors. The plant experts at BabyBio have pinpointed a lack of sunlight as one of the key "mistakes" ...