One of the issues I encountered during this process was houseplant root rot. Incorrect watering is the main culprit of killing off orchids and orchid root rot is not a rare sight for orchid owners.

In general, the orchid roots should not be exposed. If the roots start coming through the pot, Preston suggests trimming the roots back with a clean pruner or shears. You should trim them any time ...

The most common way to propagate an orchid is by division: Moisten the growing medium to make it easier to remove the plant from the container. Examine the roots of the orchid, and remove damaged ...

This will help air circulate around it and make sure any unwanted water drains away. 'The amount of water your orchid needs can change depending on the season,' explains Gail. 'The best way to check ...

As orchids start to produce their exotic, sometimes quixotic ... But most are semi-terrestrial, meaning outside their natural environment they must grow in a special medium in pots. Their roots ...

From March to June, water sparingly until they start to show signs of new growth ... Like phalaenopsis and some cymbidium, bamboo orchids are epiphytes and rely on aerial roots. In the wild, roots are ...

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Orchids love sunlight. However, when sunlight is not sufficient ... Another highlight is the 12 blue LED lights for a light spectrum of 460-470nm - which stimulates hearty development of small roots.

“With overwatering being the most common cause of root rot in orchids, it's very important to reduce your watering as soon as the temperature starts to drop.” Once summer ends orchids ...

She leaves the garlic and water to infuse for one day before watering her orchids with the homemade solution. When watering the plant, she ensures none of the garlic pieces ends up in the roots.

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Phalaenopsis, or moth orchids, are the most popular indoor orchids, with exotic, long-lasting flowers. They are easy to look after and grow well in centrally heated rooms.