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Tom’s Guide
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Katie Mortram

7 mistakes to avoid when growing orchids

Orchids sitting on a windowsill

Orchids are a popular houseplant, and for good reason. They’re easy to grow and produce stunning flowers in a variety of colors — the blooms of which will last for weeks. So, it’s no shock if you spot multiple orchids filling the windowsills in some homes — I myself have three all on one bookshelf. 

But, even if you’ve taken the time to learn how to care for an orchid, mistakes can still be made with this plant. Such mistakes can impact the growth and potential of your orchid, ultimately deterring its health and in extreme cases, killing it. So, if you want to get the best blooms, it’s essential that you steer clear of these errors. Want to know what habits to break? We’ve rounded up seven mistakes to avoid when growing orchids.    

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