Recently, I visited the local plant store and brought home a
few new flowers for my collection, two orchids and an African violet. These
flowers are so beautiful! I'm a little nervous about caring for the orchid
flowers because they are so delicate and requires more care than most of my
house plants. But I'm up for the new experience! Here are a few photos of the
new additions:
Orchid
Orchid
Some tips for first-time orchid collectors: Phalaenopsis orchids are one of the most common orchid types. Their beautiful blooms can last up to nine months. This type of orchid usually grows from a single stem and requires regular watering because it is less tolerant to drought conditions. If it isn't properly taken care of, it will dry up. Be sure to place your orchid in low lit settings. That means no direct sunlight. This can cause some burning effect on your flower. Water and fertilize regularly. Each week I place three to four ice cubes in my orchid (depending on the size or the flower). I also wait at least one week to re-pot new orchids after purchasing them from the plant store (to keep from putting them in shock).
Happy Planting!
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