Ihave noticed orchids for sale recently at several stores. I was afraid to purchase one because I heard they are very hard to take care of. What are their care requirements?

Orchids are one of the easiest decorative flowers to grow in the home. They have several attractive characteristics:

The flowers last longer than any other flowering plant. An orchid plant purchased in full bloom will last two months or longer in the home. If you select a plant which has only a few open flowers with several more in bud stage, they can bloom for three months or longer.

Orchids need very infrequent watering. Two to three weeks between waterings is typical. Actually, overwatering is one of the most frequent reasons they are killed.

Orchids require lower light conditions than most plants. They do well

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