Category: Far North Queensland
How to treat Mealybugs in Cattleya
Cattleya orchids, renowned for their vibrant and fragrant flowers, are unfortunately susceptible to a range of pests, with mealybugs being…
Orchid Crosses: should you take the Gamble?
In the colourful world of orchid cultivation, an interesting phenomenon has emerged that of selling orchid crosses and bypassing traditional…
The Importance of Calcium for Orchid Growth: Unlocking the Secrets of this Essential Macronutrient
As an orchid enthusiast, you’re likely no stranger to the importance of providing your plants with the right nutrients to…
Growing Vanda Orchids and Their Relatives (alliance) in Tropical Climates
The Vanda orchids by Susan Fairbairn and AI Introduction Vanda orchids and their relatives are among the most spectacular orchids…
10 Reasons to use Coconut Fibre for exceptional and beautiful orchids
Coconut fibre–A game changer for pots and mounts As an orchid enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for ways to…
Small orchids — a big obsession
I think I was in my early twenties when my Dad arrived at my house with two orchids; a Cymbidium and a small dainty purple flowered Dendrobium species : kingianum. “You want these?”
Boost growth and blooms on Epiphytic Orchids with beneficial Compost Tea
Welcome to our comprehensive guide on using compost tea to nurture your epiphytic orchids! If you’re seeking a sustainable, organic…
Tolumnia Orchids: Unveiling the Secrets of Vibrant Miniature Blooms
In the world of orchids, where beauty and elegance often come in grandiose sizes, there exists a captivating exception: the Tolumnia orchid.
Grow epiphytic Orchids in/on ceramic pots for amazing lush growth
Today I started to ponder if any of the minerals in clay were left over after a firing. I wondered…
