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Homes & Gardens
Tenielle Jordison

5 places to never grow an orchid – houseplant experts warn these spots will mean fewer blooms and weaker plants

Places to never grow an orchid.

I adore the moth orchids I have in my houseplant collection. They're always some of the first plants my guests point out, wowing with their tropical blooms of vibrant colors. But, I haven't always had success with them.

The truth is orchid care is no easy game. These plants need a consistent environment to flower for longer and produce returning blooms. Most notably, they need higher humidity levels and careful watering. This means there are certain places you should never grow an orchid in your home, and I've learned avoiding these spots is key to successful orchid growing.

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