Some people want to apply keiki paste on a rootless keiki to make it grow roots, while others want to use rooting hormone to propagate shrub cuttings. Keiki paste is often confused with rooting hormone. Keiki paste contains the plant hormone cytokinin and is used to stimulate shoot growth on stems or shrub cuttings, while […]
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Ever felt confused about finding the best fertilizer for your orchids among the plethora of brands, formulas, and formats in the market? What is the difference between the 20-20-20 NPK ratio and the MSU formula? Which is better: water-soluble granular orchid food, liquid fertilizer, ready-to-spray mist bottles, and slow-release pellets? Based on the nutritional needs
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Orchids are particularly sensitive to light and have varying light needs. Some species need strong light or even full sun, while others can thrive under partial shade. For those who grow orchids indoors, a PAR light meter is the best tool to measure if your orchids are getting enough light from the window or an artificial
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If you are expecting an orchid to bloom, each tiny growth at the base of the stem can give you hope. Is this the flower spike you are waiting for? Or are they just roots? Over time, I learned to spot the real deal—a true flower spike! In this article, I will show you 5
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When leaves turn yellow or brown, they are often misdiagnosed as sunburn, overwatering, or fungal/bacterial infection. When bottom leaves drop, the problem is often ignored as natural shedding. While disease can be a cause, nutritional deficiency is most likely the root cause that makes a plant more vulnerable to fungal/bacterial diseases and rotting. Simply removing
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Orchids make perfect indoor plants with their low lighting requirement. When given the right artificial lighting, orchids can thrive and bloom indoors in a dark corner or in a room dedicated to growing orchids. To choose the best grow light for orchids, we need to consider the light intensity in watts, the light spectrum emitted,
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Instead of putting out new growths, your orchid has stopped growing during its growing season in the summer. Chances are your orchid is losing its roots to rot and they are incapable of taking up water and nutrients. Before you throw away the orchid, try to save it and you will be surprised how easy
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Ever thought of making money with your passion for growing orchids? Want to make money growing orchids but don’t know where to start? Whether you want to do it on a part-time basis for extra income or turn it into a full-time venture, check out our in-depth guide complete with a list of wholesalers to
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Orchids with white blooms are some of the most sought-after plants to add elegance to the indoor space. In this article, we found 20 white orchids from the main orchid families, including phalaenopsis, dendrobium, cattleya, and oncidium. Save this post to find your favorite to add to your collection. 1. Moon Orchid (Phalaenopsis amabilis) The Moon Orchid
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Shipping orchids can be tricky. This is especially true during the winter months when the transport vehicle runs the risk of becoming stuck in a place without heating. The dark, dry conditions during shipping can also quickly become detrimental to the orchid. If you sell orchids online or need to travel with your orchid, check
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