Orchids: Care and Cultivation

by Gerald Leroy-Terquem, Jean Parisot

All in color! Orchids can be found in virtually all regions of the world, and have attracted people for many years with the exquisite colors and beautiful shapes of their flowers. But how can you grow these extraordinary plants? There's advice on cultivating orchids in the home (on a windowsill, on a trolley, and in a window greenhouse) and in the greenhouse (heating, ventilation, temperature control, storage and maintenance, and more). Next comes potting and composts, light, water and humidity, feeding, propagation, germinating seeds, and pests, diseases, and other ailments. From fertilizers and containers to pruning, watering, and weeding, the essential information you need to know is here. The last section describes 30 orchid genera, including their history, physiology, and horticulture requirements. Rather than simply admire the beauty of orchids, why not cultivate some of your own! Trim 8 1/4 x 10 1/2.

Genres: Gardening

200 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1991

Reviews

[Abby · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very stiff and formal language, but it's a nice overview, even if it's kind of old by this point and possibly outdated. The discussion of the basic genera is helpful, though. I also wish there were illustrative photos instead of line drawings, but that is also probably a function of publishing in the 1970s.