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4 Popular Types Of Orchids That You Want In Your Orchids Collection by Cathy Carmento
The task of growing orchids can sometimes be difficult and it can sometimes be easy depending on the types of orchids that you grow. With over 25, 000 known species, there are many types to choose from. Also, you have to consider that there are over 100, 000 hybrids of the known species so choosing which type of orchid to grow is a bit overwhelming. How do you know which orchids are easier to grow and look after and which ones will try out your green thumb?
If you are a novice orchid grower, the best that you can do is narrow down the list first. Which types of orchids are available in your area, can you provide their special requirements, is the condition of your environment suitable to look after those types of orchids? These are the questions you must ask yourself if you are serious about taking up growing orchids.
Read on to know more about the types of orchids that most orchid growers and orchid lovers commonly buy and look after.
1. Moth Orchids
The Phal of Phalaenopsis orchids are the most popular types of orchids to grow by novice orchid growers. The fact that they are very easy to look after makes them a great stepping stone into becoming an expert orchid grower.
The moth orchids love an environment that is constantly moist. So if you are sure that you can provide such environment then the Phalaenopsis is the orchid for you to choose. They are also one of the tougher orchids. Mature Phalaenopsis are more forgiving when you make a mistake of taking care of them than other types of orchids.
If you are in a rush to buy a gift, Phalaenopsis makes a great one. You can easily pick one up in grocery stores or nurseries. They bloom elegant purplish-pink and white flowers on long spikes that make great centerpieces.
2. Slipper Orchids
The strange look of the slipper orchids contribute to their exotic characteristics. The flowers that the Slipper orchids produced are pouched shaped lips flowers in an array of colors most popular colors are pink,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], white and yellow. Slipper orchids can be difficult to grow and are not advisable to be your first choice if you are a beginner in growing orchids especially for the price that you need to pay to buy them. You will find terrestrial and lithophytic kinds of of the Slipper orchids,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], the most popular are the Paphiopedilum and Cypripedium.
3. Dendrobium Orchids
The Dendrobium loves a fairly warm environment. Like the Phalaenopsis, they make great houseplants and are not very hard to look after and grow. They give you varieties of colors when they bloom during season in purple, yellow, pink and green. These types of orchids are best grown in places where the temperature stays above 60 degrees Fahrenheit all throughout the year.
4. Cymbidium Orchids
Also known as the boat orchids, these types of orchids are extremely popular in Southern California. The flowers that they bloom is suited for the Californian homes, big, showy flowers in many colors such as pink,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], brown,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], yellow, red and peach. Some Boat orchids even bloom flowers that have a combination of colors. The nicest thing about these types of orchids that you would appreciate is that their flowers can last a very long time which is advantageous if you use them for decorations and such.
For more valuable orchids information, please visit Orchid Growing Secrets where you will find great insights and many tips on orchid growing. Be sure to sign up for our Free Orchid Growing Mini-Course.Topics related articles:
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