Caring for orchids have you scared? OK – maybe scared is a bit much. But for those of you that are like me, and truly love your orchids – you want to make sure you do everything right. So, here are some tips to help you get off to a good start. First off – timing matters when learning to care for orchids. Make sure you water your orchid in the morning and remember – keep the leaves dry. Else you may find crown rot and that is not a good way to take care of orchids.

Believe it or not – rainwater is the optimal choice for taking care of orchids. For some, this may be more work than they want to put into caring for orchids. If that is the case – try and get well water. It is a close second to rainwater. Last, but not least – if other sources aren’t available, you can take good care of your orchids by using bottled water.

The beauty of orchids is well known – but how do you make sure you are taking care of orchids properly? Well – part of taking care of orchids is choosing the right pot. It can make a different in the orchids growth and its ability to bloom.

Before you even get started potting orchids – it is important to do some investigation into what your species/breed needs. There are 28,000 species of orchids – they do not all like the same thing. Your breed or hybrid may need fir bark, moss, some coconut husk, or some concoction that includes all the above.

Overall, your goal is to give structural support to the roots of the orchid, as well as provide plenty of air between the potting material particles.

In the tropical rain forests that they are native to, orchids grow high up in the trees with their roots exposed to air and weather, so the roots are used to being dry, but cannot sustain long periods of being completely saturated.

Ahh, the joy of orchid gardening. It is a pastime that has been around for ages. With such beauty and variety in the orchids, the options for gardening are endless. With so many different types of orchids (28,000 + the hybrids), it is hard to find a guide that can answer everything. The basics below are just that – the basics and they should hold true for any species.

Orchid Gardening Tip #1 – Take Care

One thing that you must understand is that while orchid gardening is not difficult, it must be undertaken with great care. This is why many people who are just getting started with orchid gardening find that while they are able to keep their orchids alive, they are unable to get them to bloom. Herein lies the reason why you should choose an easy type of orchid.

Orchid Gardening Tip #2 – Selection Is Key

Choosing the correct orchid is key to a rewarding experience. If you are just getting into orchid gardening – you really want to start out with a positive experience. The Cymbidum is a great orchid to start with. It is easier than most in terms of care and getting it to bloom. So, choose wisely.