Overview

Advances in home climate technology have spurred a dramatic rise in the popularity of orchids as houseplants. Wide availability and affordability have made them far more accessible. Modern orchid varieties are hardy and come in a vast array of colors and sizes to suit any gardener's home environment.

Easy Orchids shows just how easy it is to fill the home year-round with these colorful and scented blooms. The book is packed with glorious color photographs of orchids from around the world and gives practical guidance and expert tips in a clear and easy-to-use format.

Topics include:

Extensive A-Z orchid directory of plantsCool, warm and intermediate varietiesChoosing a healthy plant and checklist for buying orchids onlineTransporting and importing plantsDetailed cultivation instructionsStrength of fragrance and size of bloomEase of growth and ideal growing temperature and locationWatering and humidity levelsFeeding, potting and seasonal care.

Using Easy Orchids, gardeners everywhere will discover how fail-safe and rewarding it can be to grow orchids at home.

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9781552979358

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Both common and unusual cultivars... concise, pertinent, practical information in an easy to find format. -- Adele Kleine Current Books on Gardening and Botany [Chicago Bot (09/01/2005)

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