Thanks to their beauty, complexity and diversity, orchids are a true miracle of the plant world. It’s no wonder that so many people love them. Many orchid types are difficult to grow, and some are almost impossible to keep alive, even for professional growers. The temperature, moisture and light levels need to be perfect for them to thrive.

Most cultivated orchids are native to the tropics. In their natural habitat, they attach themselves to the bark of trees, or the surface of other plants. Their thick, white roots are specially adapted to absorb moisture and dissolved nutrients. That’s why healthy roots are the most important factor to grow orchids successfully.

A high-quality growing medium makes all the difference. It must provide good air circulation, permit water to drain quickly, and give the roots something secure to cling to. Bark nuggets are traditionally the most popular growing medium for orchids but growing these precious plants in New Zealand Fern Fibre makes them winners.

Since converting to using fern fibre only instead of bark, the growers that have trailed our products have been seen much larger and more robust orchids with roots that remain in excellent condition, producing more beautiful flowers. Just read our blog for the evidence.