Orchids are loved by many thanks to how low-maintenance they are, but doing this one thing can leave them susceptible to rot.

Watering with ice cubes is usually only suggested for watering phalaenopsis orchids, which are some of the most hard-to-kill orchids. More sensitive orchid species need to be watered with tepid ...

Are your orchids dying back, refusing to flower, or developing yellow, wrinkled, or mushy leaves and you’re not sure why? Although these symptoms look different to the eye, they may be caused by the ...

Orchids are the UK's favourite houseplant, but many homeowners are making a major mistake when it comes to watering the ...

Orchids are notoriously difficult houseplants and overwatering is one of the most common mistakes people make.

I knew the process of watering orchids was a little different to that of my other house plants, but I hadn't realized just how key getting the regularity of the watering was to the plant's success.

The experts we spoke to say to keep the following considerations in mind when watering an orchid so you don't over or underwater it. Potting Medium Some potting mixes dry out faster than others ...

Orchids have the same watering schedule whether they're in bloom or between blooms, but there are factors that can impact how often they need to be watered. Sun Exposure ...

Watering frequency for orchids can depend on the season and temperature, according to Borisevich. In the summer the soil might tend to get drier, but the orchid will need less water in the winter.

Don’t worry if the roots aren’t spread out, he says. Orchids like their roots to be “cozy” in the pot, so it won’t hurt them to be somewhat mushed together.

Yet, while many houseplants require frequent watering, but other less thirsty species can go a month or more without irrigation. Here are 21 houseplants that don't need much watering. 1. Aloe ...