Trim them when you repot them. After you pull the plant out of its old pot, examine the plant and its roots. Trim off dead ...

Start with clean, sterilized pruning shears or scissors and cut back any long roots that extend past the main clump. Remove mushy, brown, or dead roots, cutting back to the rhizome. Healthy roots are ...

In an exclusive chat with House Digest, Master Gardener Liz Will gave us all the necessary information that will ensure your orchid thrives over and over again. There's no denying that orchids are ...

Orchids are most likely to be in the homes of houseplant lovers as they are typically a top pick among indoor gardening enthusiasts. Orchids are low-maintenance, yet with the proper care, they can ...

Orchids have a difficult reputation, but as long as you maintain air flow and allow the roots to breathe, your indoor orchids should thrive.

The orchid family is one of the largest flowering plant categories of all time, but you really need to know the difference ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Luckily, caring for an orchid is actually pretty simple: You just have to pay attention to it. You may ...

Lift your spirits, enliven your indoor decor or give the gift of beautiful blooming orchids. You’ll enjoy these exotic blossoms for months with just minimal care – once you know what to do. Start with ...

Peace lilies and orchids, renowned for their stylish appearance and subtle scent, are among the most beloved houseplants. Peace lilies are known for their shiny foliage and graceful white blossoms, ...

To some minds, the poinsettia is cheapened by its ubiquity. But somehow that everywhere orchid — the phalaenopsis or moth orchid — always seems elegant and exotic, even when herded in the big-box ...

I have had bad luck with growing orchids and I wanted to try growing some. Can you offer some advice on how best to proceed? – Ashley Cabot, Evanston Moth orchids (Phalaenopsis is the Latin name for ...