Orchid Nutrition: the Potassium Myth
Rick Lockwood’s groundbreaking 2013 study on orchid nutrition sheds light on the misconceptions surrounding potassium levels in orchid care
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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?”
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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…
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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.
Orchid Propagation Unveiled: From Keiki Paste to Natural Elixirs
Orchids, with their intricate blooms and enigmatic charm, captivate plant enthusiasts worldwide. Yet, for many, the art of orchid propagation…
Friends or enemies?– orchid mycorrhizal fungi.
mycorrhizal fungi, are specialized fungi that form symbiotic relationships with orchid roots
7 ways for creating more amazing orchid plants; cheaply and easily — (Keiki)
Keiki propagation In the context of orchids, a “keiki” refers to a vegetative propagation method in which a new plantlet,…
How to treat Mealybugs and Scale
An infestation of scale or mealybugs can be devastating…..
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Mounting orchids in the tropics
A growing argument for mounting orchids. Its hard to fathom how much water exists in a tropical environment until you…
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Orchid breeder Fred Clarke wouldn’t be caught dead without his toothpick…
Susan Fairbairn caught up with Californian, Fred Clarke, at the Australian Orchid Council Conference (AOCC) 2022 to learn about the latest intergeneric breeding trends using the orchid family: Catasetinae.
