Orchids are among the most beautiful and romantic plants in the world. Their flowers are delicate and fascinating and they come in a range of colours, including reds, yellows, whites, and even bronze.

Water needs: Keep potting medium moist during growing periods, usually March through September. In winter, supply with enough water to prevent bulbs from shriveling. In hot weather, spray foliage ...

PLANT experts have shared the "ideal" conditions for cymbidium orchids to thrive. The festive plant expert said the plants need "darkness" at night. Cymbidium orchids are a highly decorative variety ...

Even though the initial investment is a bit steep, it's actually much more economical than buying a bunch of cut flowers every week, thanks to their long flowering time. And they will flower again ...

HIT AND MYTH: Despite rumours to the contrary the stunning Cymbidium orchid is, in fact, as easy to grow as any other potted plant. During the past two hundred years, countless myths have arisen ...

Millie has a huge overgrown cymbidium orchid growing in a pot. To get it looking as good as new again, it needs to come out! Millie takes a hammer to the pot to liberate her pot-bound orchid.

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Regular doses of a flower-boosting soluble fertiliser from that time will also help. As the flower spikes develop, keep watch for snails. Cymbidiums don’t mind being in the same pot for years – you ...