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The Orchid Myths What is the Truth
By Bob Roy

Here are some of the popular orchid myths

#1 Orchids are Carnivorous. They are not, in fact, they pollinate by luring insects to them but they do not eat the insects. This helps the orchid gardening

#2 Orchids come from the Tropics Some orchid flowers do come from the tropical climates but they grow in any climate and in any country, even Alaska.

#3 Orchids are Expensive. Not anymore. Now with the increased number of orchid gardening and growers, the modern reproductive methods orchids now are reasonably priced.

#4 Orchids are Hard to Grow. This orchid myth is now furthest from the truth. They are not anymore difficult than any other plant. They need the basics, water,...
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