My name is Hannah. I love my life. I have a wonderful family, loving friends and a sweet husband! I retired from one of the best jobs ever (taking care of St. Louis mounted police horses) to stay home with my beautiful daughter Parker…I feel very blessed.

My love for orchids began when my husband asked me to marry him with a beautiful white Phalaenopsis orchid!!

Several years ago I received some orchids and had no idea what to with them. You see, I was very intimidated by orchids because I had heard they were so hard to care for. I started doing a bunch of online research and I found a lot of confusing and contradicting information. The whole process seemed so daunting!

What I have now found is, orchids are actually quite easy…..IF you know what to do.  I have found what works for me and I truly hope it works for you!

I started this site for beginners, like me, who want to find easy and accessible answers on how to care for orchids. I have compiled many of the good ideas from the web and local growers that have helped me care for my orchids and I hope you find this information helpful. Feel free to leave a comment, ask questions, send me pics of your orchid (myfirstorchid@gmail.com) or suggest a topic! Also please read this link before you ask your question :)

I am also constantly updating each post that I have already completed, as I learn more information, so check back!