Steadily growing in popularity throughout the United States, Orchids are currently the second most popular potted flower according to recent sales, which increased by 12% last year alone. They are second only to poinsettias, which experienced a 2% decrease in sales last year.
In 2005, more than 18 million orchids were sold. According to the American Orchid Society, this increase further reflects the growth of the orchids popularity. Though a large part of the population previously believed that orchids were delicate, they are beginning to learn that they have many benefits to include being simple to maintain and they also have the ability to bloom year round.
Of the locations that are known to produce orchids, Florida and California are the nations leaders in production. Hawaii, also a state known for its beautiful flowers, is responsible for contributing 15% of orchid production. Together, these three states account for over 90% of Americas orchids. With more than 25,000 identified species, this is no small task. Forever known as being a flower of beauty and distinction, orchids are unmistakably mysterious. They have been used in film, commercials and are widely...