You’ve finally discovered them?  Orchids, that is!  They possess simply gorgeous flowers . . . they have a delicate, delightful scent . . . and there is such a joy in being able to view them in the morning from your window while you sip your first cup of coffee.

Now, you’re considering growing them yourself.  Good choice.  One of the very first discoveries you’ll make is how easy they are to grow, once you learn a little about these very special gifts from Mother Nature.

And that’s what we’re here for!  Look around.  You’ll find everything you need to know about growing orchids.  And if you have any questions that we haven’t answered, then please by all means ask us. We’ll be happy to answer them for you.

You’ll be in good company.  Since practically the dawn of time, mankind has been captivated with this flower – with the many different species and the amazing array of colors and styles of blooms.  These flowers decorate any garden!

Orchids are the original “survivors.”  They grow in some of the most unexpected places.  In addition to the rainforest, they also grow in the cold permafrost landscape of the tundra, and even underground.  No wonder we’ve been fascinated with them for so long.

But that’s not the only fascinating aspect of the orchid.  Seeds of the orchid actually pop from the plant and then scatter as the wind blows.  But, before that happens the plant establishes what’s known as a symbiotic relationship with a specific fungus.  The fungus then gathers water and minerals for not only itself, but for the seedlings of the orchids as well.

In return the seedlings share the sugars created through the process of photosynthesis with the fungus.

If you’re just beginning your love affair with the orchid, you’ll be pleased to know you can enjoy these timeless beauties indoors on your windowsill, outside in your garden and in the protection of your greenhouse.  Why choose?  Grow them in all three places!

Some of these astounding plants have broad pleated leaves with flowers that are wax- like and long lasting, such as the Lycaste. This orchid is named after the Greek nymph of the same name – and it’s said the flower itself is dedicated to the beautiful daughter of Priam, the last king of Troy.

Then there is the orchid known as the Masdevallia – no doubt you’ve seen these. Named after a physician in the court of Charles II of Spain, Jose Masdeval, this particular orchid has been decorating gardens for centuries. The delicate-looking flowers have common tails; the petals are small with sepals, the outermost portion of the flower.

I’m still excited when I grow three different types of orchids – and find that each plant holds a completely distinct, individual, and vastly different type of bloom on each one.  Not only in color, but in shape, in size, and even aroma (I grow one called Oncidium Sharry Baby that smells like chocolate.   Really!  And get this - it’s easy to grow in the house as a potted plant.)

Hey, where are you going?  Out to find that orchid!  Now you know where to come for all of your orchid needs. There’s certainly enough here to feed your interest in what just may be the world’s most diverse flower.

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