What particular care do orchids need?

Humidity - Potted orchids thrive in high humidity, although hardier varieties will be happy with a daily misting. Alternatively, place the pot in deep tray and fill it with gravel to catch the water runoff to provide a constant source of humidity. Water - In their natural habit, orchids thrive in periods of complete drenching rain alternating with a thorough drying out. Keep orchids happy with a ONCE A WEEK dousing, and then allow the roots access to life-giving oxygen before watering again. Temperature - Orchids love warmth, although many varieties have been found to adapt to a wide variety of temperatures - ranging anywhere from 50 to 85 degrees - when also given proper amounts of light and humidity. Light - Although store-bought orchids can stand some hours of mild morning sun, they are usually happiest when given bright but indirect light for most of the day. Feeding - During the growing season, lightly feed with an all-purpose houseplant fertilizer about once a month, or follow ...  more