Are blue orchids real? What to know about the vibrant flower
Low-maintenance, elegant and available in a variety of colours, it's easy to see why orchids are such a popular houseplant.
Root Awakening: Start small when pruning plants, as not all tolerate aggressive trimming
Ensure your plants are well watered to prevent them from drying out, as this can lead to stress and pest issues. You may have to incorporate some sphagnum moss around the roots to retain moisture if ...
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Some orchids have 'fingers' to pollinate themselves
Scientists have solved the 130-year mystery of Stigmatodactylus sikokianus, a fungus-consuming orchid with a unique ...
Orchid's unique structure reveals new self-pollination mechanism
Kobe University researcher has uncovered the purpose of the structure that inspired its name—revealing a novel mechanism by ...
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An orchid uses a finger-like appendage to pollinate itself
More than 130 years after a fungus-eating orchid species was discovered, the purpose of its mysterious appendage has been revealed ...
Woman makes orchids produce ‘very large’ blooms with common food waste item
A keen home gardener has shared a clever hack that will make your orchids flower more than once a year - and all you need is ...
Top 6 auspicious plants to usher in the Year of the Snake
Chrysanthemums, available in vibrant hues such as maroon, yellow and pink, hold cultural significance beyond their aesthetic ...
The expert secrets to keeping an orchid alive in your home
Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access ...
Orchids grow 'magnificent blooms' again and again with special homemade water
As rice water contains trace amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium as well as starches that feed beneficial ...