The Orchid Whisperer: Expert Secrets for Growing Beautiful Orchids

by Bruce Rogers

Don’t you just love orchids? But, have you managed to get them to rebloom? Or rather, like so many others, have you given up, discouraged, and consigned them to the compost? Bruce Rogers, who has been growing orchids for over 30 years, promises that we can get these beautiful flowers to rebloom again and again. His book, aimed as much at beginner as at expert gardeners, has tips on flowering, care, repotting, pests, and more. You’ll learn about easy-to-grow varieties and the many ways to make your orchids look amazing.


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1 comment on “Gardening Book of the Month

  1. Jack Manson

    This book is a great resource for anyone interested in learning about orchid care and cultivation. From understanding the different types of orchids to mastering the art of watering and fertilizing, this book covers it all. The author’s expertise shines through with practical tips and tricks that even experienced gardeners can learn from. It’s a shame that I’m not a skilled writer myself, and have had to resort to ordering articles and assignments from services like https://edubirdie.com/top-writers in the past for my university assignments. However, I am a competent engineer, and I wish everyone the best in finding their true passion and pursuing it. Overall, I highly recommend “The Orchid Whisperer” to anyone looking to improve their orchid-growing skills, and I hope that readers find it as informative and helpful as I did.

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