Orchids are one of the most elegant and beautiful of all the houseplants, and because they have slightly different needs, they can be thought of as a difficult plant to look after. However, they are quite simple to care for if you learn about their unique needs.

 

In the wild, most orchid species would grow on the bark of trees, and because of this, orchids need a special orchid compost which is bark based. The loose structure of the compost allows water and air to flow freely around the roots of the plant. If you potted an orchid in a normal compost, the roots would become waterlogged and quickly start to rot.