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New: More and more products on our website with comprehensive care instructions
Whether you're a seasoned orchid collector or just starting out with this fascinating family of plants, good care information is indispensable. At ...
How large houseplants are safely transported by webshops
Have you ever doubted whether the do a good idea is to a large houseplant online at order? Perhaps ask you your wonder how such a vulnerable, high ...
Can you keep an orchid without potting soil?
Orchids are special in many ways, and one of the most surprising facts is that many species can live just fine without potting soil. In fact, for s...
Why it's better not to cut the aerial roots of your orchid
Have you ever looked at your orchid and wondered what to do with those thick, winding roots growing up from the pot? They sometimes seem wild and u...
How long does an orchid last?
An orchid is not just another houseplant. This exotic beauty attracts attention on windowsills and in living rooms for weeks with its elegant flowe...
Biological control of orchid pests: natural and effective
Every orchid lover has to deal with them sooner or later: unwanted visitors such as spider mites, thrips or mealy bugs. These pests can seriously w...
Here's how to ensure proper humidity for your orchids
Orchids are beautiful, exotic plants that add a lot of atmosphere to your home. Yet they can quickly show signs of stress when the air indoors is t...
Plants as survivalists - how orchids defy extreme conditions
Orchids are often associated with luxury and sophistication, but those who look beyond the windowsill discover something surprising: they are rock-...
How leaf patterns and variety determine our taste in plants
What was once a rarity is now a trend that has taken deep root in the world of houseplants: variety. Variegated leaves with their cream, white, yel...
Why flowering is not the pinnacle - and what all happens before that
Most people see the flowering of a plant as the ultimate moment. A colorful flower opens, scents spread, insects are attracted - everything seems t...
Why some orchids never become 'popular' - even if they are beautiful
Orchids come in countless shapes, colors and sizes. Some are loved worldwide and available almost everywhere, while others - despite their spectacu...
Why a plant's name matters - taxonomy as a time machine
When you buy or admire a plant, you probably first look at its color, shape and scent. Perhaps you also cast a glance at the label, where a complic...
