PLANT OF THE WEEK

CYMBIDIUM ORCHIDS

These always look special, and doubly so since they flower in winter. The secret of success lies in the watering. Do this about twice each week while the plant is in flower.

Take your orchid to the sink and plunge the pot to the rim in a bowl of water.

Use rainwater or save water that’s been boiled in the kettle and cooled. Leave it to soak for five minutes then let it drain.