One of my favorite sensations when I visit an orchid greenhouse is the cool breeze that continuously circulates.  Without the breeze the plants quickly suffer from too much humidity just as you would begin to feel uncomfortable in a warm humid environment.  In nature, orchids grow on the upper trunks and branches where they can receive plenty of ventilation from natural air movement. Taking care of Orchids in your home should replicate this natural airflow

Air circulation helps to evaporate excess water that is not being used by the orchid.  Standing water will soon rot the leaves, roots and bulbs of your beautiful plants.  During the summer time, an open window nearby is adequate to keep a fresh breeze blowing near the orchids.  It also helps recirculate the oxygen and carbon dioxide, bringing fresh carbon dioxide to your plants so that they can continue their food gathering from photosynthesis.

In the wintertime when it is too cold to have open windows, a small oscillating fan will work just as well.  If you have an enclosed greenhouse space, then a small fan inside the greenhouse should keep air flowing through the room. 

Taking care of orchids is no more difficult than caring for any other house plant.  Proper ventilation is a simple step to be certain your orchids stay healthy.

Interested in buying orchids in bloom?  Visit the Aloha Orchid Nursery for beautiful vivid flowers, and collector plants.  If you are interested in an easy to understand, step-by-step guide to orchid care, visit the Orchid Expert, by Nigel Howell.