100 Orchids for Florida

by Jack Kramer

Here are 100 beautiful orchids that you can grow in Florida. These orchids were chosen for their beauty, ease of cultivation, and suitability to Florida's climate. Whether you are an old hand at growing orchids or are a beginner anxious to try it, you will find help here choosing the plants that will work for you, as well as help on how best to make them prosper. First you will learn about the structure of orchids; how they are named; and how to pot, water, feed, ventilate, and protect them from weather and insects. You will find you can grow them inside and outside in Florida, and some even in the ground as part of the landscape. Then you will be introduced to 100 fabulous orchids that are well-suited to Florida. You'll find answers to commonly asked questions, lists of suppliers, and a handy reference chart to plant size, flower color, bloom size, bloom time, and exposure.

122 pages, Paperback

First published October 15, 2006

About the author

Jack Kramer is one of America's foremost gardening experts with more than 100 books to his credit. For eight years he wrote a syndicated column for the Los Angeles Times. He is the author of the best-selling 1000 Beautiful Houseplants and Your Homemade Greenhouse. He lives in and Naples, Florida.

Reviews

[Debbie Siegel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed learning more about the simple beauty of orchids and have since added to my collection and joined a local orchid society.

[Daniel Bayless · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am still fairly new to growing orchids and found this book exceptionally helpful for finding some new types that will work well in South Florida.

[Jennet headstones · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Carolyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

concise, handy information. wish there was a newer edition.