Growing orchids successfully can be a daunting task, even for the most seasoned gardeners, who often face challenges coaxing ...
Orchids, known for their flamboyant petals, deceptive mimicry and fascinating lifestyles, have captivated biologists and horticulturists for centuries. With nearly 30,000 described species, they form ...
Cattleyas and oncidiums fall into this orchid category. They march across their pots, growing horizontally and producing new roots, leaves, and stems at multiple growth points along a single stem ...
Tree ferns, which rival ordinary trees in height, were once the masters of the forest. In the Jurassic period they grew 20‡40 ...
In the Mekong Delta, farmers and locals still gather the flowers on wooden boats. Now, the ritual’s also become a photo op.
It’s early November, and I have the bittersweet task of putting the garden to bed. The recent cool temperatures and frosts ...
Bloom times vary as well with some tulips blooming very early in the spring season, just about the time that daffodils open ...
The stench of a rare corpse flower make us retch. But you’re not the target – the plant wants to lure carrion beetles and ...
A rainforest garden is great for creating a micro-climate in your garden. Here's how to do it and what plants to use.