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Orchids For The HolidaysHow To Choose and Buy Your Orchid Plants
By Yassir Islam

Orchids are fast becoming popular plants for the holidays. While poinsettias remain the mainstay of holiday decorating, white phalaenopsis, purple dendrobiums, and other colorful orchids bring an exotic touch to the home. As a bonus, the flowers can last from several weeks to several months depending on the orchid. Begin buying your orchids in the next few weeks to ensure colorful displays by the holidays. Here are some tips to help you:

1. Make sure plants are healthy and happy. Leaves should be supple and green, while stems or pseudobulbs should be firm. Orchids should be well-watered and firm in their pots-do not buy plants that "wobble" and are not firmly rooted....
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"Orchids have been a passion of mine for over 15 years now," Leigh Ward said. "I just love my orchids." Her orchid, a member of the oncidium family, put on quite a showing late last year into this year with some 72 blooms in all. Read More ...

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