Orchids are growing in popularity. They are becoming one of the favored houseplant varieties. Even the traditional favorites like African violets are losing appeal. The orchids come in so many colors and sizes that everyone has a favorite among the bunch. With all the information that is available today, growing orchids is simpler than ever. They do require some very specific amounts of vital resources. Light, water, food, and air must be provided in amounts that match their natural growing environments. There are orchids that thrive in both cooler and warmer climates. Most will thrive inside the average home with a temperature of between 75 and 85 degrees. Growing orchids does take time and attention devoted to them to becoming the true beauties that they are. 

Growing orchids is best done when they are planted in bark rather than in potting soil. A grower can even grow orchids in sphagnum moss. Many times consumers will notice that when they buy a live potted orchid at local nurseries it will be planted in moss. The roots of the growing orchids need air circulation to survive. Potting soil is so heavy that it literally smothers the plant. Watering routines vary depending on the species and the time of year. Summertime usually requires the plants to be watered every week. The hotter it is the more water the orchid will need. One of the biggest obstacles is finding a spot in the home that can be to set up everything and no have it disturbed. There is something exciting about growing orchids.