Grower's notes
Orchid culture guides
Debbie Chism has grown these genera for years. Each guide carries her notes on light, water, temperature and bloom rhythm — the same knowledge that ships in the box with every plant.
Guide 01
1 in catalogueAerides
Step 1: Understand the Plant’s Requirements Species Information Identify : Determine the specific species of Aerides you have (e.g., Aerides odorata, Aerides qu…
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4 in catalogueBulbophyllum
1. Choose the Right Location Light : Bulbophyllum orchids generally prefer bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch their leaves. East or…
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Catasetinae
Cultivating Catasetinae Orchids: A Guide Genus Overview: Cycnoches, Catasetums, Mormodes, and Clowesia This guide provides general care instructions for Cataset…
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1 in catalogueCattleya
Cattleya orchids are known for their vibrant, large blooms and are often referred to as the “corsage orchids” due to their popular use in floral arrangements. T…
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4 in catalogueDendrobium
Soft-cane Dendrobiums. 1. Understanding Your Orchid Species Overview: Soft cane Dendrobiums (Dendrobium spp.) are characterized by their fleshy, jointed canes.…
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1 in catalogueMasdevallia
Step 1: Understand the Plant’s Requirements Species Information Identify : Determine the specific species of Masdevallia you have (e.g., Masdevallia veitchiana,…
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3 in catalogueOncidium
Step 1: Understand the Plant’s Requirements Species Information Identify : Determine the specific species or hybrid of Oncidium you have (e.g., Oncidium Sharry…
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1 in catalogueRhynchostylis
Step 1: Understand the Plant’s Requirements Species Information Identify : Determine the specific species of Rhynchostylis you have (e.g., Rhynchostylis retusa,…
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