A practical guide by the secretary of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Orchid Committee. O’Brien traces the rise of orchid culture, explains the structure of the flowers and the difficulties growers face, then gives clear instruction on building an orchid house, potting and basketing, removing old leaves and bulbs, dividing plants, watering epiphytes and growing orchids for cutting.
A concise Edwardian handbook still useful to anyone tempted by orchids. Download the free EPUB.