Scientific Name: Orchidaceae
Order: Orchidales
Family: Orchidaceae
Genus: Orchis
Plant Type: Perennial
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-11
Soil pH Level: 6.0-7.5
Soil Texture: Specially Formulated Orchid Soil
Sun Exposure: Full
Bloom Time: Spring, Summer & Fall
Appearance Description: Orchids come in a wide variety of interesting shapes and color combinations. Each orchid flower is presented in 6 different parts.
How to Plant:
1. Choose a soil that is specially formulated for orchid planting.
2. Choose a container and fill it halfway.
3. Dig a hole in the center that is long and narrow.
4. Place the seed within the hole.
5. Fill the remaining space with soil.
6. Water generously after planting.
How to Maintain:
1. Water once or twice a week with room temperature distilled water.
2. Lightly mist orchids on a daily basis.
3. Fertilize with an orchid plant food for optimal growing quality.
Top Varieties:
1. Moth
2. Dendrobium
3. Oncidium
4. Cymbidium
5. Lady's Slippers
Fun Facts:
1. Orchids have the largest family of plants in the entire world with more than 25,000 varieties.
2. Orchids depend on bees and birds for pollination.
3. Orchids can grow in pretty much any climate.
4. The smallest orchid variety is as small as a dime and the largest weighs several hundred pounds.
Related Soil:
Schultz Moisture Plus Potting Mix
Related Plant Food:
Schultz All Purpose Water Soluble
Schultz Bloom Plus Water Soluble
Schultz Flower & Vegetable Extended Feed
Schultz All Purpose Extended Feed
Schultz Granular Rose & Flower Plant Food
Schultz Granular All Purpose Plant Food
