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Learn
how to grow and
flower
orchids!
The orchid
family
(Orchidacae)
is one of
the most
diverse and
highly evolved
families of
flowering
plants on
earth. There
are more than
25,000 species,
found all the
way up to the
Arctic Circle.
New orchids are
being
discovered
everyday,
especially in
the tropics
where most
orchids are
found. Orchids
have been
cultivated for
more than 2,000
years and have
a rich and
colorful
history. Modern
breeding
methods have
placed these
once exotic and
expensive
plants within
the reach of
most
people.
Furthermore,
today's
hybrids, which
outnumber the
species, are
easier to grow
and better
generally
better adapted
to ordinary
home
conditions.
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You Can Grow Orchids
Welcome
to our redesigned website
with updated information
and new
photos!
Orchids are
among the most
spectacular of all flowering
plants! They come in an
infinite variety of colors,
shapes and sizes and many make
great indoor
house plants. They
can also be extremely
fragrant with luscious scents
do coconut or chocolate. They
range in size from a 2"
plant that can sit in the palm
of your hand to 5 foot giants
that need a tub to grow
in. We'll teach you
everything you need to about
growing orchids, whether on
your windowsill, under lights,
or in a greenhouse.
Once
you understand the basics
of orchid care you'll be able
to grow and flower them
year
after year! This website
consists of original
advice, content and photographs
based on our personal
experience growing orchids for
many years.
We research and write
all original content
on this site based on our
many years of experience
growing orchids. Many of
the orchids
pictured, such as the one
above, are from our own
collection. This is why
Argus Orchids has become one of
the most trusted sites for
orchid growing information
online.
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