Growing orchids indoors have always fascinated people since early times. Orchids have been the symbol of love, luxury, and beauty for centuries. The Greeks looked at the orchids as a symbol of virility. Even the Chinese, as long ago as the time of Confucius, called orchids as  “The plant of the King’s Fragrance. It is often said that when an orchids appear in a dream, they supposedly represent a deep inner need and desire to keep gentleness, delicacy, and romance in ones relationship.

There are many species that you may be able to consider for growing orchids indoors and around your home.

Species Which Are Best For Growing Orchids Indoors:

One of the easiest and most popular growing orchids  indoors are Phalaenopsis or commonly known as the “Moth Orchid” hybrids as they require average house temperature and moderate light much like the African Violet.

The various other commonly  growing orchids  indoors are the Paphiopedilum (Lady Slipper) which is another low light grower. Even the Cattleya (Catt.) alliance is a very rewarding group and is often used in corsages. The other varieties such as Oncidiums (dancing dolls), Vandas and Dendrobiums, all need bright light to flower. But if you have a cool area always try the beautiful “Pansies” the Miltoniopsis hybrids for growing orchids indoors.

For the people who live in mild climates, growing Cymbidiums in your gardens is a lot of fun. Various other orchids can be chosen for growing orchids indoors in your home if you give them what they actually need.

Basic Requirements  for Growing Orchids Indoors

* Water

While watering always remember not to over water as it kills more orchids than anything else while growing orchids indoors.

* Light

Always remember that too much of light will kill your orchid so as too little light.

* Temperature

Orchids are just like people who like to have a comfortable temperature so always maintain a comfortable temperature for growing orchids indoors.

* Fertilizer
For growing orchids indoors you will need fertilizer.
In order to fertilize always remember the old saying, “weakly, weekly” when fertilizing orchids.

* Humidity

The perfect humidity for growing orchids indoors are 40%-70% humidity.

* Air movement

Orchids don’t like stagnant air at all but then neither do you.

* You always need to consider that growing orchids indoors much like you do any blooming house plant.