Commercially grown orchids for the flowering pot-plant market is a relatively new industry with continued growth projected. Orchids represent one of the largest family of living organisms. The diverse range of expression in foliage and floral components continues to provide startling new cultivars each season. For the commercial grower this field offers many challenges as well as rewards.

Orchids are considered one of the more complex floriculture plants to grow. The difficulty stems from the diverse range of this group. This means that all generas of orchids can not be lumped together and expected to thrive under the same conditions. Also, unlike terrestials, most orchids are epiphytes which require different media and watering requirements. We have found that each genera has it's own particulars, not to mention specifics within each genera. So, to simplify we have divided each group and subdivided some groups even further to relay what we have learned throughout the years.

We consider our approach to growing eco-friendly. Initially we employed only chemical sprays and fertilizers, but through the years have been transitioning toward a system of plant management based on utilizing methods and compounds that are pro-life. It certainly makes for a pleasant work environment not to mention giving a natural glistening quality to the orchid plants.