While clear plastic makes for the best orchid flower pots, terra cotta is also an option. This porous material allows air to flow to the orchid's roots, typically has at least one drainage hole at ...

O rchids are some of the most elegant plants out there. And while they can live up to 20 years when cared for correctly, you need to know how to repot an orchid to enjoy its blooms year after year.

Some orchid pots have holes in the sides to encourage the roots to grow out. Most orchids grown as houseplants are epiphytic. In other words, they grow on other plants, such as trees in the jungle.

As well as orchids, you could also put herbs, cut flowers and other plants in here, offering flexibility once your orchid moves to a larger planter. Buy now £14.52 , Amazon MORE ABOUT ...

ORCHID expert Malcolm, from Love Orchid has shared one of the most common reasons for the plant dying - and it's got something to do with the pot you place it in. By Rebecca Miller 04:00, Mon, Nov ...

Orchids, like air plants, are epiphytes, meaning they grow on things (like trees) rather than in the soil. You’ll notice that, although they are sold in pots, the pots contain either bark or ...