Orchid Growing Basics [Paperback]

Dr. Gustav Schoser (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 31, 1993

“Schoser gives advice on growing, repotting, propagation, fertilization, protection against parasites and diseases, crossbreeding, and general care. There’s information on the structure of orchid plants, what to look for when buying, and a list of plants that go well with orchids (mainly epiphytes such as bromelia). Schoser has written an informative and concise manual that is most
useful for beginners.”—Booklist.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Schoser's compact paperback, with 128 pages in color, gives advice on growing, repotting, propagation, fertilization, protection against parasites and diseases, crossbreeding, and general care. There's information on the structure of orchid plants, what to look for when buying, a list of orchids that are easy to cultivate, a list of those for gardeners with experience, and a list of plants that go well with orchids (mainly epiphytes such as bromelia). Schoser has written an informative and concise manual that is most useful for beginners. George Cohen

Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (December 31, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806903627
• ISBN-13: 978-0806903620
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,381,596 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This was my very first orchid book, April 9, 2003

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Julie - See all my reviews

This review is from: Orchid Growing Basics (Paperback)

After reading Susan Orlean's "The Orchid Thief" I became absolutely intrigued by orchids and their culture. Of course I wanted to run right out and buy one but I no clue as to what I would do with the darn thing once I got it home! Then, while browsing the shelves of the NY Botanical Garden's giftshop, I came across this book. I was immediately attracted to the simple cover, and the way the info was presented within: clear, easy, non-intimidating language and photos. I bought the book and a week later bought my first orchid... and my 2nd the following week... and my 3rd & 4th two weeks after that! This book put me completely at ease with orchids - obviously! And, though all 4 were cheap Home Depot purchases that I later discovered to have pretty bad root rot, I'm proud to say that 4 years later 1 of those "starter" plants is still with me and thriving.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great if you want to start an orchid garden, not for those who just have a flower or two., January 16, 2008

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BookBind (Boston, MA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Orchid Growing Basics (Paperback)

This book gives decent advice on growing orchids, but unless you want to get into the genealogy of orchids, it may be a bit overwhelming. However, I can imagine that someone who wants to start and orchid farm or have a section of their house devoted to orchids will find this book very helpful. Not really for casual orchid growers.

6 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars good information, April 22, 2000

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Edith Abel-Bey (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Orchid Growing Basics (Paperback)

Received a few good tips on care of orchids A good book to have handy.