"Long Lost Manuscript Resurfaces with the Secrets to Growing Orchids"
Here are just some of the questions this ‘Orchid Magic’ book will answer for you about orchid care.
• Is it true that anybody can grow orchids?
Answer. Yes but you'd better know which ones. Don't be fooled, some orchids are for beginners; others are for intermediate and advanced growers. Chapter 1 tells and shows you which is which. Then the book gives you the knowledge to move from beginner to advanced.
• Can I grow orchids from seed?
Answer. Yes, Chapter 10 takes you step-by-step through the fascinating process of maturing Orchids from seeds.
• What about hybrids? Does the book tell me how to grow hybrids?
Answer. Not only does it tell you, it shows you. Do you want to grow a prize-wining hybrid? Then you need to know which Orchids to use for parents. That’s covered in Chapter 12.
Did you know that some Hybrids have sold for up to $10,000.00. Maybe you can create one that will carry your name and sell for even more.
• What did Charles Darwin discover about orchids, and is that something I really need to know?
A. Not really, but you can find the answer is Chapter 2 and it makes for great conversation.
• My orchids are looking sickly what's wrong with them?
A. Is your orchid sick or merely going through a phase? Chapter 6 answers how to diagnose one from the other. If you don't have this information you can do more harm than good because some Orchids can look sick when all they’re doing is going through a growing phase.
• What do I do about Orchid pests.
A. Chapter 9 shows and tells you how detect and deal with the various pests.
• To repot or not repot, how do I know?
A. Because a mistake in misreading the signs can kill, Chapter 8 answers when and how in great detail. Also forget about all the other potting mediums because here you learn which is quite simply the perfect orchid potting medium.
• I've heard something about Rhizoctonia what is it?
A. It's a friendly fungus, and if you feed it to your orchids they'll adore you for it. On Page 149 you’ll find the formula for duplicating the fungus's actions.
• How do I know when my Orchids need rest?
A. Just like you Orchids need their rest and different orchids employ various methods for showing you that it’s their time. Chapter 8 tells you everything you need to know about orchid resting.
And that barely scratches the surface because what’s good for your Cattleya could kill your Phalaenopsis. Even certain orchids within the same type require different methods and with this book in your hands you’ll master everything from the easily grown Cypripediums to the temperamental hybrids.
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The “Orchids To Brag About” book will answer many of your questions in both words and colorful photographs, like:
What do you do with an orchid once it's done blooming?
When and how often do you repot an orchid?
How much do I water my orchid?
How do you get an orchid to bloom, even if it hasn't bloomed for years?
How long do orchids last?
How often do you fertilize an orchid?
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About Orchid Flower Supplies
By: Daniel Roshard
Orchids are beautiful, ornamental flowers that are grown especially for their delightfully fragrant flowers. The two main types of orchids that are widely grown are called Phalaenopsis and Dendrobium Orchids.
Orchids need special fertilizers and growing mediums to reach their full growing potential. Orchid supply companies or greenhouses can usually supply these for you and offer helpful advice and tips on how to get the most out of your orchids. Another way to learn more about the art of orchid growing, what the best type of orchid supplies are and the nicest types of orchids to grow is to find a good book on the subject.
Different orchids have their own preferences about where they like to be kept and the humidity, light, air, the type of fertilizers are used on them and the amount of water they are given. Many orchids also have a preference to the temperature they are living in and the pot and potting mixture they are housed in. Your orchid supply professional will be able to explain the preferences of most of the orchids and by taking note of where an orchid is situated when you buy it, will also tell you about where it likes to be.
Orchids mostly like about 60% humidity. It is possible to buy a humidity tray at your local orchid supply store. If you dont buy a humidity tray, a saucer with rocks and water will also help with humidity. This is especially important for orchids that are being grown indoors.
Orchids vary in the amount of light that they prefer. So make sure that you choose a spot that is like the area that the orchid was already being grown in. Orchids that are kept indoors also need fresh air and a well-ventilated area to grow in. By opening a door or window or even turning on an indoor fan will help decrease the risk of the orchid getting bugs or bacteria.
Orchids require a special orchid fertilizer once a week. An orchid supplier will be able to recommend a suitable fertilizer to suit the type of orchid you are growing. Orchids also require a special potting medium to help them grow. By using a medium that already has an added dose of fertilizer you will give your orchids a boost. Potting mixtures and growing mediums can be found at your local orchid supply store along with the other things needed to grow orchids.
Orchid supplies can be ordered online by doing a search on your favorite search engine or by visiting your local orchid suppler. Remember to research which type of orchid will suit your conditions and what type of fertilizers and potting mediums the orchid will require before buying it. That way you will be well on your way to having a stunning feature in your home or greenhouse when your orchids flower.
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Daniel Roshard is an interior designer fascinated by garden architecture, orchids, orchid garden design public parks. Daniel is writing Orchid Flower articles