Peonies at the Roger-Van Den Hende Garden: An Appointment Not to Be Missed!
Picture yourself one late-June morning, the air still cool, a light breeze carrying an intoxicating fragrance several yards in everyContinue Reading
Author: Robert Charpentier
Robert started growing houseplants in his teens and hasn't stopped since. His current collection includes about a hundred orchids, hoyas, and gloxinias. His interest in lighting technologies also goes back a long way, since he specialized in 'Optics and Photonics' after his studies in engineering physics (Polytechnique '79). Now retired, he devotes most of his time to forestry, orchid growing and windsurfing.
The Roots of Success With Orchids Part 4—Linear Cultivation of Sympodial Orchids
In the previous columns of this series, we explored the fascinating dual personality of orchid roots and how to replaceContinue Reading
The Roots of Success With Orchids, Part 3 – Replacing Commercial Sphagnum Moss with a More Suitable Growing Medium
Many orchids sold in stores come in a growing medium made from sphagnum moss or compressed plant fibers. Although long-termContinue Reading
Attention, Orchid Lovers: Exhibition Season Is Back!
Numerous horticultural exhibitions are organized in the spring. Some focus on landscaping, while others focus on seeds and new varietiesContinue Reading
Two Forgotten Great Ladies of Botany
On this International Women’s Day, we think it’s important to take a moment to reflect on the very important, butContinue Reading
The Roots of Success With Orchids Part 2: The First Potting of Imported Bare-Root Orchid
If you visit an orchid show in your area, you will probably be tempted to buy some specimens that haveContinue Reading
The Roots of Success with Orchids Part 1: The Variable Geometry Velamen
In order to successfully cultivate orchids, special attention must be paid to their roots. Their structure and function differ greatlyContinue Reading
Orchid cultivation at a glance — Summary 2025
With the year coming to a close, it seems appropriate to review the key points covered in the eighteen articlesContinue Reading
Artificial Lighting for Orchids: Part Six – The Modern Way to Measure Artificial Lighting!
There is a lot of confusion about how to measure light intensity, especially among orchid enthusiasts, who often use outdatedContinue Reading
Artificial Lighting for Orchids: Part Five – Adapting Horticultural Practices!
Now that we have set up a good growing environment, we will look at some additional adjustments that will ensureContinue Reading