Orchids are unfortunately susceptible to root rot, and this is a disease that will kill a plant very quickly if you don’t deal with it as soon as you can. It’s easy to end up with this problem, so we’re going to look at how to fix orchid root rot (prevention, symptoms, fixes). An orchid …
Caring for any plant can be a challenge, but orchids are infamous for being delicate, tricky to grow, and yet still very desirable to have in the home. However, when you run into problems, it can be highly frustrating, and not always have an obvious solution that will overcome the issue. So, how do you …
Most people who enjoy gardening and growing plants are occasionally tempted to try a leaf or two. Plants are so beautiful and often, it’s hard to resist just breaking off a piece and tasting it, especially with the prettiest plants. If this sounds like you then you’re probably wondering are orchids edible? Can you eat …
If you have ever heard about orchids growing on other plants, you might have wondered whether they are feeding on those plants and stealing from their nutrients or not. So, are orchids parasites, or is that a big misconception? Let’s find out! Many orchids do grow on other plants, but they are not usually parasitic. …
You may have heard that orchids are epiphytes, and that might leave you wondering if all orchids are, or whether some varieties are not. It might also lead you to question how they evolved that way, and what that really involves. So, are orchids epiphytes? Most orchids are epiphytes, yes, and many of those that …
Anyone whose cats take an interest in the plants grown in the home will know the concern about adding new blooms, but that might leave you wondering “are orchids safe for cats?” After all, these amazing plants do look like they could be quite poisonous, with somewhat alien flowers and foliage. Fortunately, orchids are not …
If you’re an avid grower of houseplants and you’ve got any of these beautiful blossoms in your home, you might be wondering do orchids rebloom? After all, the flowers are most of the enjoyment of these extraordinary plants, so you’re bound to want to know if they will come again after they have finished. Orchids …
Knowing the final size of a plant is a very important part of garden design and plant positioning, and if you’re thinking of adding hydrangeas to your outdoor space, you might be wondering “how big do hydrangeas get?” These plants are beautiful, but they can get large, so you need enough space for them to …
If you struggle with deer eating your garden plants and you are trying to work out some deer-resistant options that you can grow, you may be wondering “are hydrangeas deer resistant?” These beautiful plants are popular in gardens around the world, but do deer like to eat them? Unfortunately, few hydrangeas are deer resistant. Deer …
If you love hydrangeas, you are probably already aware that certain additions to the soil can change the color of the blooms produced by these beautiful plants (or at least, some kinds of them). If you’re keen to get rich blue flowers, you might be wondering: do hydrangeas like coffee grounds? The answer is that …