Cultural Information
General information about orchid culture and specific sections for Cattleyas, Phalaenopsis, Slipper Orchids, Methods of growing orchids, outdoor orchid culture
All About Orchids  [offsite link]
This site contains cultural information, pictures and tips on handling problems. An Orchid Grower’s Resolutions
New Year´s Resolutions for orchid addicts AOS Culture Sheets [offsite link]
The American Orchid Society offers online versions of several excellent handout sheets for various orchid varieties. Ask the Expert [offsite link]
"Ask the Expert" for cultural questions from Orchids by Ohlman. Baker Cultural Pages [offsite link]
Cultural sheets on orchid species with climatic data. A subscription service. Casa de las Orquideas [offsite link]
This site specializes in Cymbidiums and Zygopetalums. Cattleya Orchids
Coconut Husk Chips (CHC)
Coconut Husk Chips (CHC) are one of the newer mediums used by orchid growers. Cymbidium Orchids
Cymbidiums are the best selling orchids after the Phalaenopsis. They are prized for their long lasting blooms and beautiful foliage. Diatomaceous Earth
Use DE as a preventative measure to keep down insect and snail populations in orchid medium. Different ways to grow orchids
A collection of articles and information about growing orchids. Enlightened Orchids [offsite link]
A wonderful site for cultural information on orchids. Exhibiting Your Plants
The first step in learning to show your plants is to start taking them to an orchid society meeting plant table. Fertilizing Your Orchids
How important is the proper fertilizer for growing orchids and what kind of fertilizer is the best? Foliar Feeding for Your Orchids
Foliar feeding is one way to ensure that your orchids get the nutrition that they need to grow and flower for you. Give Your Orchids a Winter Boost
Clean up your orchid plants so they can grow better. Growing Mounted Orchids
Grow your orchids the way nature intended for them to grow -- mounted. Growing Orchids from Seed
Here's some information on growing orchids from seed and where to order supplies. Jerry Copeland´s Jewel Orchids [offsite link]
A very nicely done site dedicated to the beautiful jewel orchids. Maintaining A Terrarium for Orchids
Keeping your plants happy in a terrarium is easy! Mini-Slipper Paphiopedilum Orchids
One of the newer trends in orchids is the miniature slipper orchid. New breeding is producing small plants with very cute and long lasting blooms. Miniature Orchids
Orchid Flasking
Orchid seeds are grown in flasks to get them started. Why are they so different from other plants? Orchid Guide [offsite link]
Online guide to growing all kinds of orchids provided by Akerne Orchids of Belguim, one of the leading species nurseries in Europe. Orchid University [offsite link]
Great site from The Orchid Doctor with information on all kinds of orchids. Orchidelerium Blog Spot [offsite link]
Great content and pictures brought to you by three orchid enthuiasts from the US West Coast. Orchids Online [offsite link]
Interactive Australian site with forums, auctions and informtion on worldwide orchid societies. Outdoor Orchid Culture
Outdoor Orchid Growing Areas
Here are some ideas for getting an outdoor orchid growing area ready for your plants once the weather has moderated. Pest Bugs on Orchids
Unless you're extremely lucky, you're eventually going to get some kind of pests on your orchids. Here is information on the most common and how to get rid of them. Phalaenopsis Orchids
Pollinating an Orchid [offsite link]
Pollinating a Leptotes bicolor. Repotting Orchids
Articles and links to repotting orchids. Repotting Your Orchids - Cymbidiums
Here´s what to do with that huge overgrown Cymbidium you´ve had for a couple of years! Repotting Your Orchids - Dendrobiums
Are your Dendrobiums climbing out of their pots or falling over all the time? Here´s how to repot them. Repotting Your Orchids - Paphiopedilums
Learn about repotting Paphs, one of the most interesting of the orchids commonly grown. Rots to watch for in Orchids
Orchids are hardy and fairly easy to grow, but one thing that you need to watch for is rot. Here is information about two of the most common rots. Setting Up a Terrarium for Orchids
Many growers are now setting up terrariums to control the conditions better for their indoor orchids -- here´s how to get started Slipper Orchids
Snails and Slugs on Orchids
How to deal with slugs and snails in the garden and in your orchids. Now is the time to get rid of any unwanted visitors before you bring in your orchids. Species Specific [offsite link]
A wonderful Irish site with information on species and a really nice forum. Staking Orchid Flowers
How should you stake that inflorescence to best show off your flowers? State List of Pest ID Contacts [offsite link]
A list of Pest ID Contacts by State available from Charley´s Greenhouse and Garden Supply. Summer Orchid Growing Tips
Summer heat can be a problem in many parts of the country. Here are some tips to help your orchids thrive. The Orchid House [offsite link]
A Canadian site with a wealth of information from listings of orchid journals to cultural information. Virus Examples [offsite link]
Cynthia Schnitzer´s photography site which has a page on what virus looks like on orchid plants. Very educational. Windowsill Orchids Basics - Humidity
Growing orchids on a windowsill is becoming a more and more popular. Good humidity and air circulation are necessary to keep your plants happy. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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