Although orchids are among the plant species that are unique and gives fascinating flowers, they do really require special attention and special guide for successful growing. However, knowing some basic tips and information in orchid growing can help you a lot in growing your orchid successfully.

For instance, in repotting your orchids, you will need to use a larger pot as compared to the size of the pot that you are currently using, but remember not to use an extremely big pot. In general, it is best to use one pot size higher to serve your flowers better.

When it comes to the soil, there are also some things you need to consider. For instance, if you are growing a tropical orchid it is best to use an organic soil because they will grow best in soil which is very organic. If your orchid is epiphytic then the best option would be not plant the orchid in the soil at all. For epiphytes a bark or moss or in some cases even pebbles is a better option.

Watering is another important factor in caring for your orchid. Watering an orchid is different from watering other plants. Of course every single plant needs some amount of water, but the orchids need to receive water in a somewhat more special way. Too much water can damage your orchids. Therefore, it is very important that you do not leave too much water on the medium of your orchids because eventually it can cause the root of your orchids to rot. And a rotten root will eventually lead to inevitable death of your plant. This would be the least that you would want to happen to your plant. Therefore, it will be safe to say that you certainly will want to make sure that your orchids will get the delicate balance of water which is required for it to thrive healthily. It is important to see to it that your orchid will get the water that it needs into its roots on a regular basis but be very careful not to over do it.

Pruning orchids is also important to help your orchid thrive healthily. A discolored stem is an indication that your orchid needs to be pruned. The easiest way to prune your orchid to make way for another bloom is to cut the blossom stalk (the part of the plant where the flower used to be) about an inch down from the top. Provided that the stalk is not severely damaged, there is no need for you to trim it down a significant amount more. Trimming it for about one to two inches should be enough. To make the cut clean and to avoid damaging the plant, it is best to use a small gardening shears or a sharp single-edged razor. Preventing damage to the plant is also important to keep your orchid safe from developing an infection. You should not forget to sterilize your scissors or razor with a disinfectant (bleach can be the best disinfectant to use) to prevent contaminating the plant.