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Daniel Coulton

Daniel Coulton

Orchids on a Budget: How to Grow Beautiful Orchids Without Breaking the Bank

Orchids on a Budget: How to Grow Beautiful Orchids Without Breaking the Bank

Fortunately, growing orchids on a budget is not only possible, but it can also be highly rewarding. Here, we will discuss in detail how to grow beautiful orchids without breaking the bank.

Coelogyne Unchained Melody

This beautiful Coelogyne has sprays of delicate white and orange flowers in early spring. It does well planted in containers. Very sensitive to repotting, so set it up in a good quality potting mix and pot on rather than fully repotting when required.

Coelogyne speciosa

This beautiful Coelogyne has single sequential flowers in a variety of colours. It does well planted in containers and kept moist. A neat grower that forms tidy clumps and is less prone to crawling or climbing than others in the genus.

My Top 5 Terrestrial Orchids Worth Trying

Despite their lack of popularity there are a huge number of orchid species which are terrestrial. These orchids are hugely underrepresented in collections which is a shame as many are both beautiful and unique.

Orchid Exhibitions and Events: A Guide to Orchid Shows, Sales, and More

Orchid Exhibitions and Events: A Guide to Orchid Shows, Sales, and More

Orchids are not only beautiful and fascinating plants, but they also have a passionate community of enthusiasts who love to share their knowledge and enthusiasm. One of the best ways to learn more about orchids and to meet other orchid lovers is to attend orchid exhibitions and events. Types of