Orchids

"Orchids" by James O'Brien is a how-to, from the late 1800s, that explains how to grow orchids, sharing the author's deep knowledge as an expert in this area. O'Brien wants to make orchid growing simpler for everyone, from beginners to experienced gardeners, stressing that anyone can grow these plants well if they know how and care for them. From the beginning O'Brien clears up common misunderstandings that orchids are hard and costly to grow, arguing they are now within reach for most people. O'Brien says his book aims to give helpful advice, pointing out recent improvements in orchid growing, such as better greenhouse methods and creating new types of orchids, making it plain that with the right commitment, anyone passionate about gardening can grow orchids successfully.