These tropical orchids are famous for their bright, showy flowers that come in a variety of colors. While the general meaning of the orchid ranges from charm and beauty to sophistication and fertility, these stunning flowers are perfect for any occasion, even just to bring joy. A well-maintained Phalaenopsis orchid (one of the most common species) can bloom for up to four months. The popular Phalaenopsis orchid is one of the easiest orchid varieties to grow as a houseplant and is often referred to as the beginner's orchid for its docile nature or the moth orchid for its flower shape. The most popular orchids on the market, members of the Phalaenopsis family, grow on larger plants and trees and absorb moisture from the air just like their roots. For example, phalaenopsis orchids are usually grown with rough bark, cattleyas with medium bark, and young orchid plants are best grown with thin bark. There are several types of growing media that can be used to grow orchids: mahogan...
To green your pond, use pond plants, underwater oxygenation plants, and water lilies to create a healthy pond environment. Submerged aerobic plants will create a healthy oxygenated pool for fish and wildlife to thrive. Floating garden plants are an important part of a healthy pond because they help cover the water surface and provide much-needed shade to the water below. Aquatic plants include floating plants, such as water hyacinth and lettuce, whose roots hang above the water; underwater plants that live at the bottom of water bodies and release oxygen to the water, such as valerian and snapdragon; swamp plants around ponds, such as cattails and irises; water lilies and lotus flowers, creating spectacular surface colors and underwater shadows. Deepwater plants are those that grow on deep shelves or at the bottom of a pond, but unlike oxygenators, most of their leaves are on or above the water's surface. Like oxygen-saturated and floating plants, deep-water plants don't gro...