Orchids, with their exotic blooms and elegant nature, have been impressing high society with their uniqueness since 1818, when the very first Brazilian orchid bloomed in England. Over the century’s orchids have become highly valued and sought after. Thanks to the creativity of botanists, many
hybrid orchids do well as
houseplants. Here are some of the different orchids to look out for:
- Lady Slipper Orchids: They have very distinctive flowers which are normally borne singularly per stem. They are popular and easy to grow but should be repotted every year to avoid the soil mixture from becoming sour.
- The Cymbidium Orchid: A vigorous grower that is the most widely-grown orchid. This is due to the lovely blooms it produces and the low maintenance it requires.
South Africa is fortunate to be blessed with several very beautiful and unusual
orchids that enthrall all who admire them. However, many orchids are indigenous to South Africa but cannot be cultivated, as it is illegal to uproot them:
- Dendrobium Orchid: A subtropical orchid that grows high up in trees.
- Phalaenopsis Orchid: This beautiful orchid is also known as 'Moth Orchid'.
Orchids were once showpieces for the select few who were wealthy enough to afford these
flowers and for those blessed with green fingers. Nowadays,
orchids are more readily available, more affordable and despite some perceptions, relatively easy to care for. Here at NetFlorist we have a wide variety of
orchids that you can choose from, so much so that you will be spoilt for choice when you
send orchids online.
NetFlorist offers sameday and nationwide delivery, delivering to areas in Pretoria such as Sunnyside, Silver Lakes, Brooklyn, and more.