The elegant flowers of moth orchids brighten tables and windowsills for months at a time, making them especially welcome during the cold days when we are spending a lot of time indoors. Don't be ...

Moth orchids are potentially Britain’s most gifted house plant. This orchid’s scientific name, Phalaenopsis, (fah-lah-nop-sis), translates from Ancient Greek to mean the appearance of a moth, in ...

There’s little question why moth orchids are the most popular of all orchids. The graceful, elegant blooms last for three months, and these members of the genus Phalaenopsis are among the easiest ...

Orchids are colorful, long-lasting and surprisingly easy to grow indoors with the right conditions. Orchids need a special potting mix, specific watering techniques and indirect light. Humidity trays ...

In recent years, floral departments of supermarkets have greatly increased the choices of houseplants, including colorful orchids. The secret for high quality plants is to have an employee with some ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Arc flowers in shades of pink, white peach and yellow make moth orchids instantly recognisable (Alamy Stock Photo) Moth orchids ...

Want a low-maintenance plant that will last not weeks but months? Gardening guru Alan Titchmarsh spoke to BBC’s Gardeners World Magazine about how to look after moth orchids. Made from 100% ...

Q: I purchased a Phalaenopsis orchid that bloomed beautifully this year. What do I need to do to have it bloom again next year? I know it can be difficult to get orchids to rebloom. -- Mary S., ...

Phalaenopsis orchids are epiphytes, meaning they grow on top of trees rather than in soil. Their planting material doesn’t need to be replaced until it rots. When it does need replacing, an ideal ...

Phalaenopsis orchids, otherwise known as moth orchids, are often called beginner orchids due to their easygoing nature. These houseplants will typically bloom about once a year, for up to three months ...