Monthly Archives: July 2006

What’s better for orchids: dried coconut shell or charcoal?

Gilos asked: One greenhouse guy says coconut shells retain too much moisture that can rot the roots, while my gardener swears by them. Greenhouse guy says use charcoal broken up and decorative pebbles to beautify the pot. Opinions? Cathleen

Are there any health benefits from eating Orchids?

Pearl asked: ? Huey

What biome is characterized by bromeliads, vines, mosses, lichens, orchids, and aerial plants?

Elizabeth S asked: (savanna, desert, tropical rainforest, or temperate deciduous rainforest) Glenna