One of the most essential parts of keeping your orchid happy is choosing the right soil mix. While there are different types of orchids, the most common type is epiphytic orchids. In my experience, ...
A good idea is using an orchid potting mix, says Sons. If you’re a more advanced gardener and want to mix your own, you can, but an orchid-specific potting soil is the easiest for newer plant ...
Yet, while garden soil and potting soil mixes each provide plants with excellent growing conditions, they are not interchangeable. Garden soil and potting soil are formulated for different ...
Most orchids don’t mind being pot bound but do benefit from repotting every 2-3 years once the plant has outgrown its pot and the potting medium has broken down. The best time to do this is once ...
This guide introduces 29 native species of UK orchid and gives details of how to identify them and where they may be found. On each page you will find: a photo of the orchid and a written description ...