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All About Growing Orchids Ortho's All About SeriesRick Bond, Barbara Ferguson

This practical guide contains the information you need to bring 120 orchids into bloom in a windowsill, under lights, or in a greenhouse

Bloom-Again Orchids: 50 Easy-Care Orchids that Flower Again and Again and Again

White, JudyThis book contains profiles of more than 100 orchids and 355 varieties include cultivation information and detailed notes on each fragrance.

Easy Orchids: Simple Secrets for Glorious Gardens--Indoors and Out

Mimi Luebbermann This engaging volume provides all the inspiration and hands-on facts for transforming a windowsill, patio, or small garden plot into orchid territory.

Growing Orchids is Fun Hollingsworth, Albert PThe contents include questions generally asked about growing orchids, groups of orchids, orchid names, classifying orchids, six simple requirements for growing orchids.

Orchids; success indoors, outdoors, or in the greenhouse

Sunset Books Kramer, Jack

This book teaches how to grow orchids in a greenhouse or garden with 250 varieties to choose from.

Orchids (American Gardening Series)

Burpee American Gardening SeriesGlasser, Eve Kirshner

This new gardening guide demystifies growing these fragrant, exotic flowers and explains, step-by-step, how to care for orchids raised on windowsills, under lights and in greenhouses.

Orchids Kew Garden Guides Stewart, Joyce

An excellent primer for the beginner that covers cultivation, propagation, pests and diseases. Almost half the book is devoted to an A-Z listing of recommended species and hybrids.

Orchids: An Illustrated Identifier and Guide to Cultivation Tibbs, Mike and Bilton, Ray

More than one hundred orchid species are covered, including where orchids grow in the wild, the conditions required, and how to grow orchids in a hothouse.

Orchids As House Plants Rebecca Tyson Northen Grow cattleyas and many other kinds of orchids in a window or under artificial light.

Beginning Guides to Orchid Growing

Orchids: Easier Than You Think (DVD) University of Florida

Your guide to growing and maintaining your beautiful orchids. This DVD features our own Fred Keefer and Tom Sheehan of the University of Florida.

Orchids for Dummies Frowine, Steven A. A beginner's guide to growing orchids

Ultimate Orchid Sheehan, Dr. Thomas JThis book includes more than 400 full-color photographs. The authoritative text contains essential facts and interesting details for all of the major orchid groups.

You Can Grow Orchids Noble, MaryThe culture and habits of many types of orchids, information about greenhouses or growing orchids as houseplants and how to make corsages from the flowers.

You Can Grow Phalaenopsis Orchids Noble, Mary

Learn to grow these beautiful orchids. You can grow them if you understand them and provide them with the proper light, potting media, temperature and water.

You Can Grow Cattleya Orchids Noble, MaryLearn to grow these beautiful orchids. You can grow them if you understand them and provide them with the proper light, potting media, temperature and water.

Your First Orchid - A Guide for Beginners Batchelor, Stephen R

It is easy to learn how to grow orchids with the help of this book published by the AOS. The author adresses all the culture requirements of orchids.

The AOS Guide to Orchids and Their Culture Gerritsen, Mary E.; Parsons, Ron

This 245-page book, beautifully illustrated with over 450 color photographs, covers a myriad of topics on orchid culture. Topics include specific information on popular orchid groups, repotting, orchid mounting, growing orchids semi-hydroponically, as well as a section on common orchid pests and diseases.

The Complete Book of Orchid Growing Black, Peter McKenzie

The book is divided into three sections: the first outlines the characteristics of orchids and gives advice on their culture and care; the second comprises a selection with varieties from many countries; and the third includes a comprehensive chart of the family Orchidaceae, lists of intergeneric hybrids and a glossary.

General Orchid Culture

Florida Orchid Growing Month by Month Motes, Dr. Martin R

Monthly advice for the growing conditions of the Florida year: its benefits and its dangers. Practical solutions for the control and prevention of pests and diseases.

Four Seasons of Orchids Allikas, Greg; Nash, Ned

This superb book presents a selection of orchids that can be cultivated at home. The book is divided by the seasons in which they flower, and accompanied by a wealth of advice for their care.

Home Orchid Growing Northen, Rebecca TysonWhether your garden is an indoor room or a greenhouse, this reference book will help you cultivate one of nature's most varied and fascinating plants.

History of the Orchid Reinikka, Merle

An engaging account of humanity's growing fascination with orchids from ancient times onward, together with a biographical gallery of 50 great scientists, naturalists, and explorers who contributed to our knowledge of orchids. The nomenclature and bibliography have been updated for this edition.

The International Book of Orchids Hunt, P. Francis Beautifully photographed and well written book about the

beautiful orchids that inhabit almost every country in the world.

Orchids Skelsey, Alice

Brilliant close-up photographs augment a detailed guide to the unique qualities and characteristics of different species of orchids as well as information on propagating, growing, and displaying orchids.

Orchids: A Care Manual Rittershauser, Brian and SaraWatering, feeding, lighting, and temperature conditions are discussed with practical and easy to follow advice on the propagation, hybridization, and care of orchids.

Orchids for the South Kramer, Jack

Orchids don't have to be a challenge: the secret is to find plants that share similar growing conditions. With more than 100 breathtaking color photographs and easy-to-follow diagrams, this book is the perfect choice for Southern gardeners who want to add glamour to their home or garden.

Orchids - Their Botany and Culture Hawkes, Alex D.

A must have book for lovers of orchids who want to grow them with success. It's a classic! Features over 150 drawings and photographs in black and white.

Orchids to know and grow Sheehan, Thomas & Robert Blake

This book debunks some of the hard-to-grow myths, gives cultural information, and does so in easy-to-understand language. It is a sure-fire guide for the novice grower and an excellent resource for the experienced orchidist.

The Orchid Specialist Squire, David

Orchids have a certain reputation of being very hard to grow, particularly in cooler climates, but this book guides you to the right orchid to choose and provides all of the necessary care information so that the plant will flourish whatever the climate.

The Potting Workshop: Orchid Potting Made Easy, CD-ROM Allikas, Greg This DVD includes step-by-step tutorials to help you pot, mount

or basket most commonly grown orchids.

Understanding Orchids: An Uncomplicated Guide to Growing the World's Most Exotic Plants

Cullina, William This informative guide with 300 color photographs is devoted to a more than 100 orchid genera.

The World's Most Beautiful Orchids Allikas, Greg; Nash, Ned

This book shows orchids in their many forms and colors. The authors include some of the most beautiful orchids seen in a lifetime of growing, photographing, and judging orchids.

A Culture Manual for Angraecoid Orchid Growers Hillerman, Fred. A culture manual for theseunique and little known orchids from

Madagascar and Africa

Brazilian Orchids: Cattleyas, Laelias & Catasetums (DVD) Miranda, Francisco

This DVD by Francisco Miranda contains three presentations on three Brazilian Orchids: Cattleyas, Laelias & Catasetums.

Bulbophyllums: From A to Why? Thoms, Bill This book is packed with information on growing bulbophyllums and includes many beautiful photographs.

American Cattleya: Species and Outstanding Clones That Define American Hybridizing

Hackney, Courtney

The book is a pictorial chronicle of cattleyas with accompanying commentary, seldom told stories and the strategies and insights of the most influential hybridizers.

The Classic Cattleyas Chadwick, Arthur; A. Chadwick, Arthur E.

Each classic Cattleya species in this book is described in fascinating detail, and its role in breeding programs is elucidated.

Cultural Information for Specific Genera

Cymbidium Orchids Guest, Sue and Graham

The authors share their experience operating one of the largest cymbidium nurseries in Australia. Along with Andy Easton, a premier cymbidium hybridiser, the book's aim is to share cultural and hybridising information they have learnt growing orchids commercially for over 30 years.

Heat Tolerant Cymbidiums Kaenratana, Kobsukh The first-ever and the most comprehensive guide for understanding and selecting cymbidiums suitable for warmer climates.

Dendrobium and Its Relatives Lavarack, Bill; Harris, Wayne; Stocker, Geoff

This lavishly illustrated guide has information on more than 400 species of Dendrobiums. An overview of plant habitats provides a compelling context for the book's encyclopedic listing of species.

Miltoniopsis Culture Carlson, E.J. 'Woody'In depth culture of these striking orchids that originate in the higher elevations of the Andes. They are also known as pansy orchids, owing to their similarity to garden pansies.

Miniature Orchids and How to Grow Them Northen, Rebecca Tyson

An excellent, comprehensive guide, clearly written and profusely illustrated. It describes the characteristics and basic needs of hundreds of orchid species, from the thimble-sized Dendrobium frigidum to the large Cattleya walkerana . It includes an Encyclopedia of Representative Species.

Moth Orchids: The Complete Guide to Phalaenopsis Frowine, Steven A.

The author provides a detailed look at the classic hybrids and species with lavish color photographs and a wealth of practical advice on selecting and buying moth orchids.

Orchid Species Culture: Oncidium Odontoglossum Alliance

Baker, Charles O. and Margaret L.

In this meticulously researched volume, aimed at serious orchidists, the authors have recommendations for approximately 1,300 species within this immense alliance.

Phalaenopsis: The Genus in Pictures

International Phalaenopsis Alliance

This booklet contains beautiful photos of all 72 species and includes basic culture information for each one.

The Genus Paphiopedilum Natural History & Cultivation

Braem, Dr. G.J. Baker, Charles O. and Margaret L.

This book contains a photograph or drawing of each species, and an extensive discussion of all its attributes.

Tropical Slipper Orchids: Paphiopedilum & Phragmipedium Species & Hybrids

Koopowitz, Harold

In separate chapters this book addresses the five most important species for breeding exciting hybrids and the best and most desirable hybrids.

Vandas Their Botany, History & Culture Motes, Dr Martin R

This book presents a review of vanda species and developments in hybridization. It includes a review of the botany, breeding, care, and cultivation of vandas.

Botanica's Orchids Lavarak, Bill and Harris, WayneAll the species and varieties of orchids are carefully detailed and categorized in this comprehensive guide. Over 2,500 color photographs.

Guide to Orchids Simon and Schuster Guide

Brimming with intriguing and practical details and illustrated with 250 beautiful color photos, this book provides everything the enthusiast needs to know about orchids.

Illustrated Encyclopedia of Orchids Pridgeon, Alec This large volume encompasses a wide spectrum of orchid

genera and species.

The Native Orchids of Florida Luer, Carlyle A. 102 species of orchids reported as occurring within Florida are listed. 97 color plates with lots of black-and-white illustrations.

The New Encyclopedia of Orchids: 1500 Species in Cultivation

La Croix, Isobyl 1500 orchid species are profiled in this encyclopedia with over 1000 photographs and information about the orchid's native habitat and climate.

Orchids A Golden Guide

This little book identifies about 400 species and cultivars most seen in collections. The sketches used to depict the orchids help the amateur and the professional by highlighting the specific characteristics that identify the various species. An absolute must for anyone's library.

Wild Orchids of Florida Brown, Paul MartinWith its comprehensive yet easy-to-follow treatment, this book is the essential field guide for anyone who wants to learn more about wild Florida orchids.

Greenhouses - Planning, Installing and Using Greenhouses

Ortho Books

This book will teaches how to select a site, choose a style, and identify glazing materials suitable for your climate and growing conditions. Included are detailed plans and construction guidelines for five basic greenhouse designs. Or design your own, following the book's step-by-step instructions.

Greenhouses

Field Guides and Encyclopedias

Greenhouse Gardening for Fun Blake, ClaireHow to select and run your home greenhouse easily. How to grow 150 plants, including African violets, begonias, geraniums, gesneriads andorchids. With 30 color photographs.

How to Build and Use Greenhouses Ortho Books

You'll discover a whole new world of gardening in a greenhouse with this book in hand. It provides plans and building tips, advice on kits and equipment, and proven growing techniques. It's the complete guide to creating and using your indoor paradise.

Handbook on Orchid Pests and Diseases American Orchid Society

If you grow a few orchids, for any length of time, you will eventually face a care problem caused by an orchid pest or disease. Knowing how to diagnose and treat orchid ailments is key to becoming a good orchid grower.

The Orchid Doctor Remedies, Recipes, Recommendations and References

Davidson, Dr. O Wesley

Are you having problems with your plants? This book will help you get rid of pests and diseases. You’ll find lots of information about these problems and several srecipes and remedies for prevention and control.

Orchid Photography AOS, Charles Marden Fitch

This book is designed to help you suceed with orchid photography. The information has been organized into chapters related topics you will need to understand in order to create superior orchid photographs.

Photographing Landscapes and Gardens Busselle, Michael This book is packed with landscape photography tips that are

applicable to any landscape scene or gardens you seek out.

The scent of scandal Pittman, Craig The Scent of Scandal exemplifies how passion and profit can overrule common sense and the law. A fascinating true story of obsession, greed, and lust for the unobtainable.

Orchid Fever Hansen, Eric

An extraordinary, well-told tale of botany, obsession and plant politics. The author's vivid descriptions of the complex techniques some orchids use to pollinate themselves will raise your eyebrows at nature's sexual ingenuity.

Pests and Diseases

Photography

Fiction

The Orchid Thief Orlean, Susan

This is a funny and captivating tale of a deeply eccentric man determined to clone an endangered orchid. He leads Orlean on an unforgettable tour of America’s strange flower-selling subculture, through Florida’s swamps and beyond, along with the Seminoles who help him and the forces of justice who fight him.

The Bulletin/Orchids (monthly since 1959 with a few exceptions)

American Orchid SocietyThelma Nettlesdonated her late husband Derl's collection to SAOS. Feel free to request any issue of Orchids.

Orchid Digest The Orchid Digest

Our subscription to the quarterly publication the Orchid Digest began in July of 2008. If you have never read this magazine, you are in for a real treat. Feel free to request any issue of Orchid Digest.

Periodicals

The Orchid Album Warner, Robert, Benjamin Williams.

This 11 volume set in PDF, published in the late 1880s, describes in great detail 100s of orchid species and contains detailed colored images of all the plants. It may be freely downloaded without restrictions. Email Bea and she will email you theset as email attachements.

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Username and password are required. The Internet Archive Library has many books whose copyright has expired (published before 1923) which means they can be freely downloaded and kept for as long as you want. In addition there are numerous newer books available for checkout. The simplest way to see what is of interest is to type "orchids" in the search box or you can search by name.

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