Orchids have an exotic reputation that sometimes deters novice gardeners. Some species can be grown relatively easily if the choice of orchid is made carefully.

Jul 23, 2009 - Ian Dutton

The orchid flower is a traditional Mother's Day bloom for corsages. Orchid plants grown indoors allow gardeners to create a landscape of miniature flower gardens at home.

Mar 23, 2010 - Chris Eirschele

The Botanic Garden in Colombia's second-largest city combines trees and plants from different environments with stunning architecture and open space in the city center.

Dec 12, 2009 - Stillman Rogers

The United States Botanic Garden includes specific plant collections in the conservatory. The orchid collection has approximately 5,000 plants.

Dec 1, 2008 - Chris Eirschele

Make a trip to Kuala Lumpur's Orchid & Hibiscus Park - Take home a few souvenirs from the plant market and speak to the experts about growing these exotic plants.

Sep 3, 2008 - Christine Fadhley

Growing orchids with the hydroculture method offers many advantages. Hydroculture is a low cost easy to use system that is worth trying.

Aug 17, 2010 - Christopher J. Kline

The 7th annual orchid show at the New York Botanical Garden has a Brazilian flavor, designed by Raymond Jungles and inspired by the pioneering work of Roberto Burle Marx.

Mar 15, 2009 - Marie Lawrence

The American Orchid Society (AOS) Visitors Center and Botanical Garden in Delray Beach, FL offers visitors thriving plants to see and appreciate each day of the year.

Sep 27, 2008 - Georgene A. Bramlage

There are many species and colors of orchid flowers; orchids are native to many habitats of the world including tropical rain forest, seashore and mountain landscapes.

Nov 19, 2008 - Sharon Falsetto

The specific amount of water an orchid needs depends on many factors, but here are tips on how you can water to optimize the health of your exotic beauty.

Aug 5, 2007 - Tami Port

The commonly available moth orchid will grow well in the home if the light, water and temperature are properly regulated.

Feb 24, 2010 - Catherine Mezensky

Simple guidelines for caring for orchids including understanding specific requirements, temperature range and fertilizing.

Sep 23, 2010 - Dave Henry

How issues with orchid watering can be overcome. Includes a simple humidity solution and tips on correctly watering and fertilizing.

Aug 29, 2010 - Dave Henry

If attention is paid to proper light levels, watering, temperatures, potting medium, relative humidity levels, and fertilization, caring for Phalaenopsis orchids is easy.

Mar 9, 2010 - Rebecca Sherrick Harks

This is your one-stop online orchid guide, with brief descriptions and links to a series of Suite101 articles on the basics of orchid cultivation.

Oct 1, 2007 - Tami Port

If you find yourself being attracted to particular orchid species to grow make sure you do some research first. Not all orchids are easy to grow.

Aug 26, 2010 - Steven Keltsch

How correctly watering orchids can be accomplished by using an easy humidity solution, checking potting bark and properly fertilizing.

Aug 21, 2010 - Dave Henry

Cyclamen plants can last for years if given proper care. Here are a few tips for success.

Apr 23, 2010 - Laura Phillips

Cattleyas are the flower that comes to mind when someone says orchid. The cattleya offers a wide variety to choose from and is not that difficult to grow.

Jul 2, 2010 - Valerie Modreski