Growing orchids has never been more popular. While some orchids are difficult to grow most orchids that can be purchased in nurseries supermarkets & florists. They are easy to grow providing that the instructions on the label are followed. Furthermore orchids are such good value with many flowering for extended periods. Orchids are rewarding subjects for both the amateur & for the serious grower. Whether you grow them on a kitchen window-sill bathroom garden or glasshouse there are orchids that will suit your purpose. In this book Michael Tibbs provides a simple straightforward & well-illustrated guide to: classification & biological structure; choosing the right orchid & establishing a collection; all aspects of cultivation; recognizing & dealing with pests & diseases; entering your orchids in competitions; & cool intermediate & warm climate orchids.