Moth Orchids

Moth Orchids

The Complete Guide to Phalaenopsis

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With their refined beauty and elegant flower form, moth orchids (members of the genus Phalaenopsis are the basic black of the orchid world.

In fact, moth orchids are the most popular orchids in the world, accounting for a staggering 75 percent of all orchid plant sales.

More than merely beautiful, they are also among the easiest orchids to grow, whether in greenhouses, on windowsills, or under artificial lights.

Professional horticulturalist and orchid expert Steven A.

Frowine, author of Miniature Orchids, focuses on the new orchid stars while also providing a detailed look at the classic hybrids and species.

Readers will be enticed by the book's lavish color photographs and gratified by the wealth of practical advice on selecting and buying moth orchids.

Most importantly, Frowine shares his secrets on how these glorious plants can be grown to perfection, with recommendations about light levels, potting media, watering, and feeding.

Format
308 pages, Hardcover
First published
August 15, 2008
Publishers
Timber Press
Subjects
Gardening·Gardening·Horticulture·Gardening·Plants·Flowers·Orchids·Plants·General·Gardening·Flowers·Orchids·Health·Healing·General·Trees·Phalaenopsis
Language
English

I am a beginner but really appreciate having this book. Photos are great.

I think this book is a good mix of information for both the amateur grower as well as someone deeper into orchids such as professional breeders or aspiring AOS judges. Good detailed history of Phalaenopsis trends through 2006, and thorough growing information including windowsill and under lights set ups.

Moth Orchids: The Complete Guide to Phalaenopsis Wonderful book. Great reference material.

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