Basics for Beginners
Links to articles and information for beginning orchid growers.
2006 New Year's Resolutions 
Orchid growing resolutions for 2006 for all of us to think about. American Orchid Society - Culture Sheets [offsite link]
Orchid culture sheets available from the American Orchid Society. Beginner Orchids
A guide to some of the easiest and most popular orchids for beginning orchid enthuiasts. Brian the Orchid Guy [offsite link]
Brian has a great DVD for beginning and intermediate orchid growers. Build a Species Collection
Some thoughts and recommendations on expanding your collection to include species orchids. Dividing Your Orchids - Cattleyas
You´ve grown that Cattleya into such big plant that it´s growing out of its pot and you have friends who want a piece! Congratulations, here´s how to divide it. Enough Light for Orchids
Are you giving your orchids enought light to re-flower? Here´s some advice on what you should be doing. Exhibit Your Orchids in the Home
What should you do to show off your blooming orchids in the home? Exhibiting Your Orchids
Common sense advice to those who are interested in showing off their plants at a local show. Where to start and how to set up an exhibit. Exhibiting Your Orchids -- Before the Show
Here are some thoughts on what needs to be decided and done prior to taking your orchids to a show. Exhibiting Your Orchids -- Preparation
Here´s what you need to know about getting your plants ready for exhibiting either at your orchid society or at an orchid show. It´s a worthwhile experience! GardenWeb Orchids Forum [offsite link]
Message board open to questions on all phases of orchid care and culture. Getting Started with Orchids
Read my article about choosing your first orchid and how to keep it growing. Go to an American Orchid Society Orchid Show
Go to a local orchid show to meet local nursery owners and see beautiful flowering plants. Growing Orchids for Beginners
So you want to grow an orchid. Here are some no-nonsense thoughts on what you should really do with that first orchid. Hurricane Preparedness for Your Orchids
Here are some thoughts on what to do for your orchids in the face of a hurricane. Hygrometers, Thermometers and Light Meters
The most important tools you can have to grow orchids well. ICU for Your Orchids
Here is an idea to try to save that favorite orchid that just seems to be dying no matter what you´ve done to save it. Join an Orchid of the Month Club
Every beginner should consider seriously joining an “Orchid of the Month” club in order to have blooming orchids all year long. Learn Through Your Local Orchid Society
Visit a local orchid society to learn about orchids that grow well in your area. Look up the Registered Name of your Orchid 
How to look up the registered name or the parents of your hybrid orchid. This can be done easily online if you know how! Moving Your Orchids Outdoors
Do you have a place outdoors that you can put your orchids so they can enjoy a vacation? Neem Oil Systemic for Orchids
Neem oil is one of the organic systemics that orchid growers use to keep away any kind of sucking insect. Orchid Alphabet Soup
Confused by all those letters after the names on the labels of your orchids? Check this page for a description of the most common American Orchid Society awards. Orchid Glossary – Hybrids and Mericlones
Learn about the difference between hybrids and mericlones in the world of orchids. Orchid Growth Types--Sympodial, Monopodial
Learn about the main growth types in orchids: Sympodial and Monopodial. Orchid Growth Types—Epiphytes, Lithophytes, Terrestrials
What do Epiphyte, Lithophyte, and Terrestrial mean when used in relation to orchids? Orchid Keikis
Keikis are small plantlets produced by some orchids and are a great way to share your orchids with friends, or give you more plants of a favorite. Orchid Life Cycle
Here are some fascinating facts about orchids and how they grow. Orchid Name Tags
What does the information on a name tag mean? Why is it important? Learn how to interpret and understand what is on your orchid's tag. OrchidWire [offsite link]
Searchable database of over 700 links to orchids-releated web sites. Paphiopedilum Orchids
Paphiopedilums are one of the best orchids to grow indoors since their light requirements are very well suited to most homes. Potting Media for Orchids
What potting media should I use? This is one of the most persistent questions among orchid growers. Repotting Your Orchids - Oncidiums
Are your Oncidiums ready for repotting? Here´s what you need to know. Scale—A Grower’s Nightmare
Learn how to identify and treat scale on your orchids. Should I Repot My New Orchid?
Here is some helpful information on repotting your new orchid. Should you buy orchid seed crosses or mericlones?
Learn what the advantages and disadvantages of seed crosses and mericlones are for the orchid hobbyist. Size Descriptions in Orchids
What do the size descriptions on orchids mean? So you want to try growing an orchid!!
Here´s some encouraging information if you´ve always wanted to try growing an orchid but were afraid to try. The Orchid Guy [offsite link]
Brian has a DVD with great information on growing orchids. The Orchid Mall Reading Room [offsite link]
Contains links to various articles about orchids and their culture. Tying and Supporting Your Orchids
In order to display your orchids to their best advantage it´s important to know how to support and tie them properly. Vacation -- How To Care For Your Orchids
Here are some good suggestions for making sure that your plants will survive in good shape while you are on vacation. Water Quality for Orchids
Water quality is one thing that is rarely considered when growing orchids, but you should be aware how important it is. What is an Orchid Addict?
Growing orchids is addictive! See if you qualify as a real OA. What is an Orchid?
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