Aug 31, 2020 · Most of the time, your orchid simply needs a pick-me-up or a slight change in care, though sometimes your orchid can be sick with an infection or disease. Let’s take a look at the seven most common signs that your orchid is sick, and learn how to nurse your most dazzling plant back to health so you can show it off with pride.

Mar 21, 2016 · • “My orchid’s leaves are wrinkled/turning yellow/drooping/falling off, what does this mean?” • “My orchid’s roots are brown/mushy/hollow, what should I do?” • “My orchid is sick, how do I save it?” So I thought it was high time I wrote a post with advice on how to nurse an orchid back to health.

Find out how to prevent, identify and treat orchid pests and disease. Plus, get special tips on how to care for a sick orchid.

Dec 6, 2023 · From fungal infections to viruses and more, there are several insidious orchid diseases growers need to watch out for. Gardening expert Madison Moulton lists eight of the most common orchid diseases, with tips on preventing them.

Although insect vectors can spread virus among orchids, the main cause is using contaminated tools to cut plants with. Orchids, like people, are susceptible to viruses and today there is no cure. Just like with people, you may not necessarily be able to tell that a plant is infected with a virus.

May 10, 2023 · Orchids bought at your local retailer can be in rather poor shape due to shock, watering conditions, or infestations. Here is how to rehabilitate an orchid. Due to their resurgent popularity, many varieties of orchids are now available in garden centers nationwide.

Aug 29, 2012 · Even desperately damaged Phalaenopsis orchids have been known to recover and bloom again. The beauty of these orchids certainly makes resuscitation attempts worth the effort. If your orchid looks “sick,” don’t give up; try these rescue tips:

In this article, we’ll discuss what an orchid is, how you can identify signs of a sick orchid, how to provide proper lighting and water, check for pests, repot the orchid, provide adequate fertilizer, and troubleshoot common problems.

orchids do get sick. But, they are less susceptible to diseases, unlike other plants. At times, some orchids' diseases lead to direct death.

Jan 16, 2024 · Some of the most common diseases and plants in orchids include root rot, brown spots on leaves, fusariosis and other fungal infections, among others. In this thedailyECO article, we look at the 7 most common orchid diseases and pests.