The Essential Guide to Growing Orchids in the Tropics

Author: Chia Tet Fatt
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
ISBN: 9814435503
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 211

Book Description
The Essential Guide to Growing Orchids in the Tropics is the first book on orchid cultivation to be written specifically for growers in tropical countries and to include advice on growing them in tropical lowlands and highlands, wet and dry climates, and in urban environments such as on balconies and indoors. The book will appeal to all types of orchid lovers, as it is structured with two main sections: step-by-step basics for those growing orchids for the first time; and more comprehensive advice for orchid hobbyists and those who wish to learn more about orchid propagation and hybridisation. Also included is a comprehensive listing of the growing require-ments of the most popular varieties of orchids found in the tropics. This is invaluable for choosing the right plants for particular locales. The author is among the region’s leading orchid scientists; this practical guide to orchid growing is based on scientific research and is written in a down-to-earth style that makes it easy to understand.

Orchid Growing in the Tropics

Author: Orchid Society of South East Asia
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 9789812041081
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 207

Book Description
In spite of the title, we have been told by experienced orchid growers in the U.S. that this little handbook is useful for growing orchids indoors anywhere in the world. It is beautifully illustrated and full of practical information on orchid culture and propagation.

Fragrant Orchids

Author: Steven A. Frowine
Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
ISBN: 0881927392
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 200

Book Description
With some 20,000 fragrant orchids available today, orchid lovers of all levels will delight in this unique approach to selecting new and exciting varieties of fragrant orchids. Profiles of more than 100 orchids and 355 varieties include cultivation information and detailed notes on each fragrance. This first-ever guide will help gardeners choose, grow, and showcase orchids with the right look and most enjoyable scents.

Growing Orchids at Home

Author: Manos Kanellos
Publisher: Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
ISBN: 9781842467183
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 74

Book Description
An authoritative and detailed guide to caring for orchids in the home - the result of experience, continuous experimentation and extensive research by expert authors. All common types of orchids are covered. This book communicates all the necessary information in a way which is easy to understand, with over 100 unique, purpose-taken pictures. It includes a section with answers to the most common questions, and a photographic guide to signs, diagnosis and treatment for bringing ailing orchids back to health. The only book you need when growing orchids at home.

Understanding Orchids

Author: William Cullina
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780618263264
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 284

Book Description
Featuring more than 200 color photographs, "Understanding Orchids" provides readers with easy-to-follow instructions for the orchids they would like to grow.

The Book of Orchids

Author: Mark W. Chase
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 022622452X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 657

Book Description
One of every seven flowering plants on earth is an orchid. Some are stunningly over the top; others almost inconspicuous. The Orchidaceae is the second most widely geographically distributed family, after the grasses, yet remains one of the least understood. This book will profile 600 species, representing the remarkable and unexpected diversity and complexity in the taxonomy and phylogeny of these beguiling plants, and the extraordinary means they have evolved in order to ensure the attraction of pollinators. Each species entry includes life-size photographs to capture botanical detail, as well as information on distribution, peak flowering period, and unique attributes--both natural and cultural. The result is a work which will attract and allure, much as the orchids themselves do.

Growing Orchids in Your Garden

Author: Robert G. M. Friend
Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
ISBN: 9780881926590
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 218

Book Description
The author draws on a lifetime of experience to offer details on more than 500 orchid choices for every garden situation and to provide practical cultivation information.

How to Grow Native Orchids in Gardens Large and Small

Author: Wilson Wall
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 085784461X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 324

Book Description
A beautifully illustrated, step-by-step guide to growing native orchids from seed in your garden. Learn how to cherish these remarkable flowers and help them flourish in their natural habitat with this easy-to-use guide. Native orchids are neither difficult to cultivate nor require special conditions to thrive, and while a large meadow may be beyond the reach of most, the corner of a garden or a pot on a patio can provide a home to a spectacular display. This unique book includes valuable information on which species of orchids will work in your garden and what companion plants to grow next to them, as well as instructions on how to grow orchids from seed or in a container and how to start an orchid meadow or add orchids to an orchard, preserving and promoting local ecosystems. Beautifully illustrated throughout with photographs and illustrations, this essential guide will show you how easy it is to grow native orchids and how to create a protected environment in which declining species can thrive undisturbed.

Orchid Modern

Author: Marc Hachadourian
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 1604698160
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 249

Book Description
“This beautiful book is useful for all of us, novice and experienced orchid lovers alike.” —Martha Stewart, author, entrepreneur, founder of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Add the vibrant colors and exotic blooms of orchids to your houseplant haven! It’s easier than you think with the help of Orchid Modern. Marc Hachadourian, the curator of the orchid collection at the New York Botanical Garden, shares his secrets to successfully growing these sometimes finicky houseplants. Besides the basics, you’ll learn his top 120 orchid picks for green and not-so-green thumbs. Ten inspirational, step-by-step projects, including terrariums, a wreath, and a kokedama, provide the confidence to make orchids a thriving, vivid part of your home’s signature style.

Complete Guide to Orchids

Author: Miracle-Gro
Publisher: Wiley
ISBN: 9780696236631
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
• Simple techniques and professional tips for growing orchids indoors. • Up-to-date expert advice guides readers on how to water, fertilize, light and propagate orchids. • A pictorial troubleshooting section helps homeowners diagnose any ailments their orchids might suffer. • Includes bonus in-depth information on the history of orchids so homeowners understand why orchids require certain growing conditions and care. • Invaluable resource for both novice and experienced orchid lovers.