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What should you not do with an orchid? 4 tips
In general, you’re probably looking for tips on how to take the best care of your orchid. But it can also be useful to know what you should not do with an orchid especially if this is your first one. So, we gathered a few tips that help you avoid deadly mistakes and enable you to grow your orchid healthily. Read them below!
4x what should you not do with an orchid?
Overwatering
Be careful not to overwater your orchid. Most orchids require water once a week in the summer, and once every two weeks in the winter. Avoid overwatering, as it can lead to root rot.
Mist your orchid
In general, tropical plants like to be misted with water from time to time. The orchid isn’t one of them. Misting increases the risk of causing a fungal or bacterial disease to the leaves or stems.
Exposure to direct sunlight
The best place for an orchid is a bright spot, but they shouldn’t be exposed to too much sunlight. The sun can cause the leaves of your orchid to burn. And of course, we want to prevent that! The plant does need sufficient daylight, so it’s best to place it in indirect light.
Repotting with regular potting soil
Don’t repot an orchid too quickly. Repotting only is a good idea when the roots are growing out of the plastic pot, causing it to break. Use airy soil, preferably special orchid potting soil, because regular potting soil is too dense and doesn’t drain thoroughly enough.
Her Majesty Queen Máxima to Masterly in Milan during exhibition of Dutch orchids
From 18 to 23 April, hundreds of orchids will decorate the Dutch pavilion Masterly during the Salone del Mobile in Milan. The ‘Salone’ is the world’s leading international design fair, with presentations in the exhibition centre and throughout the city of Milan. Masterly showcases a complete and varied design field with relevant work by architects, furniture, textile, construction and accessories companies, designers, artists, craftsmen, galleries and vocational schools for design and interiors. Orchids Info has once again been selected to showcase a lavish assortment of the highest quality Dutch orchids.
Masterly Milaan 2022
Queen Máxima to opening Masterly
Her Majesty Queen Máxima will attend the official opening of the seventh edition of Masterly on Tuesday 18 April. In the Palazzo Giureconsulti – next to Milan’s famous cathedral – curator Nicole Uniquole has brought together the beautiful collections of over eighty Dutch interior designers and companies.
Her Majesty Queen Máxima | Photo: RVD Jeroen van der Meyde
Nicole Uniquole: ‘It is a particularly great honour that Her Majesty Queen Máxima is visiting Masterly this year. The Netherlands is one of the biggest players during Milan Design Week and the fact that the Queen is paying an extensive visit to Milan underlines for me the importance of Dutch Design at home and abroad. In addition, I am very happy with Masterly’s new location as a new setting for the collections of more than eighty Dutch designers and companies’.
Masterly – the Dutch in Milano is situated during the Salone del Mobile at Palazzo dei Giureconsulti, known as the Palazzo with the Tower. It is the city’s most elegant, iconic and centrally located venue, literally a few steps away from Piazza del Duomo. Five hundred years of history add inestimable layers and value to the spaces. The vaults, monumental staircase, stucco, decorations and historic light have been preserved in the various presentation rooms. The Palazzo is the exclusive domain for Dutch design.
Orchids and design: a perfect match
That orchids and design go together perfectly will be demonstrated during the Salone del Mobile. The exotic appearance of hundreds of orchids in elegant, iconic Milan will impressively add colour and life to the palazzo. Inside the palazzo, metre-high installations, designed by Dutch artist and set designer Tom Potsma, will be hung full of hundreds of orchids. For a week, visitors can see the highest quality, long-lasting Dutch orchids, but orchids can also be enjoyed long after the event. On 23 April – the last day of the event – all orchids will be given away to Milan residents. This long-standing tradition is a token of appreciation for the city’s hospitality and this is how the orchids get a wonderful second life.
Watch the aftermovie of Masterly 2022 here:
Masterly takes place from 18 to 23 April Palazzo Giureconsulti in Piazza Mercanti in Milan, Italy. More information can be found at: www.masterly.nu.
Hundreds of orchids at Masterly Milan as unique decor during Salone del Mobile
From 18 to 23 April, hundreds of orchids will decorate the Dutch pavilion Masterly, during the international design fair Salone del Mobile in Milan. Masterly is the showcase of Dutch design and is located in the Palazzo Giureconsulti, a stone’s throw from the Duomo. Orchid Netherlands has once again been selected to exhibit a rich assortment of the highest quality Dutch orchids. That orchids and design go together perfectly becomes clear as soon as you enter.
The power of contrast
In the classic white décor of the palace, orchids (arranged by Sand and Spijker in Delft) strongly attract attention, complimenting the design pieces in the room. Hundreds of long-lasting orchids are incorporated in no fewer than four metre-high installations with Elho baskets, and in arrangements with classic Royal Delft porcelain vases. The presentation of a rich assortment of Phalaenopsis and exclusive orchids impressively adds colour and life to the iconic Palazzo Giureconsulti.
Orchids and design: a perfect match
Not only does the Netherlands offer excellence in art and design, but also in orchids. They are works of art from nature that can be enjoyed for a long time. That’s why curator and initiator of Masterly Nicole Uniquole, once again chose orchids as part of the exhibition. “The concept of Masterly showcases art and design. Traditionally, floral artists were a source of inspiration, so the orchid cannot be missing from Dutch design. The modern, elegant orchid is like an ornament with a story for your interior,” says Nicole Uniquole.
Orchids for Milan
As orchids have a much longer shelf life than the week of the exhibition, all plants are traditionally distributed on the last day of the event. This is a huge success every year. In large numbers, residents of Milan come to the distribution moment to receive the orchids with open arms and enjoy them at home for a long time to come.
Masterly takes place from 18 to 23 April Palazzo Giureconsulti in Piazza Mercanti in Milan, Italy. More information can be found at www.masterly.nu.
Thousands of orchid flowers add long-lasting colour to Milan Design Week
From 16 to 21 April, thousands of orchid flowers will decorate the Dutch pavilion Masterly, during the Milan Design Week ‘Salone del Mobile’. Masterly is the showcase of Dutch design and is located in the Palazzo Giureconsulti, a stone’s throw from the Duomo. Orchid Netherlands has once again been selected to exhibit a rich assortment of the highest quality Dutch orchids. That orchids and design go together perfectly becomes clear as soon as you enter.
The power of contrast during Milan Design Week
In the classic white décor of the palace, orchids (arranged by Sand and Spijker in Delft) strongly attract attention, complimenting the design pieces in the room. Hundreds of long-lasting orchids are incorporated in no fewer than four metre-high installations. The presentation of a rich assortment of Phalaenopsis and exclusive orchids impressively adds colour and life to the iconic Palazzo Giureconsulti.
Orchids and design: a perfect match
Not only does the Netherlands offer excellence in art and design, but also in orchids. They are works of art from nature that can be enjoyed for a long time. That’s why curator and initiator of Masterly Nicole Uniquole, once again chose orchids as part of the exhibition. “The concept of Masterly showcases art and design. Traditionally, floral artists were a source of inspiration, so the orchid cannot be missing from Dutch design. The modern, elegant orchid is like an ornament with a story for your interior,” says Nicole Uniquole.
Photo: Nicole Uniquole
Orchids for Milan
As orchids have a much longer shelf life than the week of the exhibition, all plants are traditionally distributed on the last day of the event. This is a huge success every year. In large numbers, residents of Milan come to the distribution moment to receive the orchids with open arms and enjoy them at home for a long time to come.
Orchids steal the show at Masterly during Milan Design Week
From 8 to 13 April, the Dutch pavilion Masterly will light up the heart of Milan with a lush orchid installation. During the world-renowned Milan Design Week, Masterly serves as the ultimate stage for top-level Dutch design – and this year, orchids are blooming once again in the historic Palazzo Giureconsulti, just steps away from the iconic Duomo.
Highest quality Dutch orchids at Masterly
Orchidee Nederland has once again been selected to showcase a spectacular and diverse range of the highest quality Dutch orchids. From the moment visitors enter, it’s clear: design and orchids are a perfect match.
The power of contrast
Set against the palace’s classical white backdrop, the floral arrangements – crafted by Sand en Spijker from Delft – immediately catch the eye. Hundreds of long-flowering Phalaenopsis and exclusive orchid varieties are featured in a towering installation, beautifully enhanced by custom lighting from Aptum Lighting. Together, they breathe colour, elegance and life into this historic building.
Orchids at Dekker and Signify Lighting Design
New this year is a collaboration with kitchen and bathroom specialist Dekker Zevenhuizen – known for creating top-quality, custom-made, and eco-friendly countertops – and Signify Lighting Design – presenting revolutionary 3D-printed lighting. During Milan Design Week, the orchids will adorn the impressive joint presentation by Dekker and Signify Lighting Design.
Dekker & Signify
Dekker & Signify
Dekker & Signify
A Milanese tradition in full bloom
What makes the experience even more special: on the final day of the event (13 April), the orchids will be handed out to the people of Milan – a cherished tradition that draws large crowds each year. Locals line up eagerly to receive a beautiful orchid to take home and enjoy long after the event ends.
For the first time, the exquisite beauty of orchids is seen at Maison et Objet design fair in Paris, adding a touch of nature’s artistry to this design and lifestyle exhibition. Floral designers Florian Seyd and Ueli Signer, from The Wunderkammer, skillfully incorporated a big variety of orchids into the stands of Mobach Ceramics and the Italian design powerhouse Abhika. Their work seamlessly merged the natural elegance of orchids with innovative design, creating an experience that was as enchanting as it was inspiring.
Abhika
Abhika
Abhika
Abhika
Orchids and design: a perfect match
Orchids and design are a perfect combination. Their unique shapes and vibrant colors add a touch of elegance to any creative display. This isn’t the first time orchids have been in the spotlight at a design event. They were also featured at Milan Design Week and Dutch Design Week, where they proved how well they complement modern art and design.
Stunning displays at Mobach Ceramics and Abhika
At Maison et Objet, Mobach Ceramics used orchids to highlight the simple beauty of their handcrafted pieces. The flowers created a natural and timeless look that fit perfectly with their designs. Meanwhile, Abhika used orchids in bold and luxurious ways, enhancing their eye-catching displays. These setups showed how orchids can adapt to different styles, from minimal to extravagant.
Mobach
Mobach
Mobach
A favorite choice for designers
Thanks to Seyd and Signer’s creative talent, orchids became more than just decoration—they bring design to life. The displays at Maison et Objet showed how nature and design can work together to create something truly special. With their growing presence in the design world, orchids are becoming a favorite choice for designers. Whether in Paris, Milan, or other design capitals, they bring beauty and elegance to every space they touch.
Florian Seyd & Ueli Signer | The Wunderkammer
Maison et Objet is open from 16 to 20 January, location Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center. More information can be found at www.maison-objet.com.
From 19 to 27 October, Orchids Info and APTUM will present the exhibition ‘In Full Bloom’ during Dutch Design Week in Eindhoven. APTUM, known for their unique and custom-made lighting designs, has created artworks highlighting the versatility of orchids especially for this event. This collaboration, born from a shared fascination with vibrant colours and expressive shapes, results in an enchanting floral wall and sculptural light objects. The exhibition is on display at APTUM’s studio, Gashouder 13.
Shared passion for patterns and shapes
Orchids Info and Aptum met at Salone del Mobile in Milan, Masterly, where they discovered a shared passion for vibrant, bright colours and expressive patterns and shapes. What they both admired in their own fields, they also recognised in the other’s. This mutual fascination led to a natural cross-pollination, in which flora and light merge in a special way. The result is an impressive floral wall full of illuminated geometric shapes and sculptural light objects carrying orchids. During Dutch Design Week, this joint creation will be unveiled for the first time.
Orchids Info and Aptum present: ‘In Full Bloom’
‘In Full Bloom’ highlights the versatility of orchids – one of the largest and most diverse plant families in the world. They continue to bloom elegantly for weeks, year after year, bringing a constant source of inspiration. Aptum deliberately seeks to collaborate with creatives from other disciplines with the APTUM X collection. Together, they experiment with all forms of creativity, creating a unique exhibition during Dutch Design Week. They inspire each other to go far beyond the boundaries of their own working area. This year, Aptum combines flowers and sound with lighting together with Orchids Info and Studio Vocum. All designs of the APTUM X collection will be on display during Dutch Design Week.
‘In Full Bloom’ can be seen during Dutch Design Week from 19 to 27 October, location Map No. G9, APTUM | NRE, Gashouder 13, 5613 CR Eindhoven, The Netherlands. More information can be found at www.ddw.nl.
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Decorating your Christmas table with flowering plants like orchids can add a festive and natural touch to your Christmas decorations. Here are some ideas to incorporate orchids into your table decorations to steal the show at Christmas dinner this year. Read on and get inspired for orchid style ideas for a blooming Christmas table.
A dining table full of colour
The dining table is a place where you gather with loved ones. A place that, especially during the holidays, deserves extra attention and decoration! And what better way to do that than with orchids in warm, cheerful colours? For example, create smaller groups by combining the plants with twigs and candle holders.
Want to really go all out? Then go for a centrepiece by putting several orchids together on the table.
Photo: Thejoyofplants.co.uk
Don’t have that much space on the table? Then you can also choose to put a beautiful piece next to the table. For example, in the windowsill, on a pillar or on a stool. This way you still have a beautiful decoration, but you can still easily see each other. And it leaves enough room for the food!
DIY Christmas place cards with orchids
Who sits where this Christmas? That is no longer a surprise with the homemade orchid name cards. With these original name badges, your guests will immediately know where to sit and there is a nice present waiting for them. Because afterwards, everyone can take home the mini orchid with their name on it, of course.
Orchids bloom for weeks, often for months. So, after the holidays, the orchids can just move to another spot. Or what about the spot where the Christmas tree was? That way you immediately have a nice filler for that empty post-Christmas spot.
