| When starting out with growing orchids, many | | | | from. Also, you can find more that are on the verge of |
| beginners make the mistake of investing time and | | | | budding, instead of having to wait around for the local |
| money into infant plants or even seeds. If you are new | | | | shop to receive a new shipment. But be careful - you |
| to orchid growing and are planning which orchids you'd | | | | should make sure that you purchase only one or two |
| like to buy, keep in mind that plants which have already | | | | orchids initially to determine your satisfaction with the |
| begun to bloom will show faster results. This is | | | | quality of the plant. In most cases, the amount of |
| important for anyone who's never cared for an orchid | | | | money you invest will closely relate to the quality of |
| because as a beginner, you will make mistakes. And if | | | | the orchid. So make sure to do a little bit of research |
| your "practicing" on a younger plant, it may never | | | | on the general price point for your chosen orchid. And |
| bloom, thus discouraging you to continue with this | | | | you want to make sure the online seller is reputable. |
| wonderful hobby. | | | | This can be determined by closely inspecting their |
| As a beginner, you also want to make sure that you | | | | website. Always look to see if:a) They've been around |
| get into the habit of checking the plant carefully before | | | | for a while - look at their About Us and Contact Us |
| leaving the flower store. There are a few things you | | | | pages and check to see if they have legitimate |
| want to inspect that will help you determine the orchid's | | | | contact information (address, phone, etc.)b) They have |
| health. First, if the orchid's leaves are droopy and | | | | someone who can give you answers - don't be timid |
| discolored, then this is a sign of an unhealthy plant. Also, | | | | to ask them about your particular home environment |
| the bulbs of your orchid should always appear bloated | | | | or if they have any suggestions prior to you making |
| and ready to bloom. The leaves should generally be | | | | your purchase. People with legitimate businesses are |
| consistent in color and the roots of the plant should be | | | | always looking to help their prospective clients. |
| firmly potted. Next, make sure the media is somewhat | | | | Lastly, when it comes to buying orchids for a wedding, |
| moist - this is an indication that it's been exposed to a | | | | it is great to know they are always in season, |
| consistent humidity climate, which is great for most | | | | depending on which orchid you want to use. There are |
| orchids. Finally, the plant should have a mix of buds and | | | | growers around the U.S. that will eagerly sell you a |
| blossomed flowers which will give you a longer period | | | | mass of orchid flowers if you're looking to decorate |
| of fulfillment (which is why your making the purchase in | | | | the ceremony. This also means that you cut out third |
| the first place!). | | | | party shipping and handling costs and are able to |
| There's also a huge benefit to buying your orchids | | | | negotiate down the per unit price of your orchid |
| from established growers that sell online. This is | | | | selection with the growers. Pretty handy detail, huh? |
| because there is a greater variety of plants to choose | | | | |