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Learn How to Grow and Flower
Orchids
What are 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
Orchids--the most spectacular of
all flowering plants! Orchids 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 of 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,
cotent and photographs based on our personal experience growing orchids for many
years.
We research and write all content on this site based on our
years of experience growing orchids first-hand. Many of the orchids pictured are
from our own collection. This is why Argus Orchids has become one of the most
trusted sites for original orchid growing information and links
online.
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ORCHID OF THE MONTH
Cymbidium orchids will be showing up soon. Be prepared to
grab one of these beauties after reading our cymbidium care
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WINTER ORCHID CARE
Get your orchids safely through the winter
with our winter orchid care
guide. |
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SLIPPER ORCHIDS
These bizarre
orchids, attract devotees around the world. And many have
attractive folaige even when not in bloom. Learn how to grow slipper orchids. |
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