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Orchids are top picks for Mother’s Day gifts. Whether you’re buying an orchid for mom to keep short-term or long-term, there’s no lack of choices. Those sold in supermarkets and department stores are hybrids, bred to be tough. Phals are the most common variety. Their blooms can last for months with good basic orchid care. Mini Phals can fit into tight spots; larger varieties can make big splashes.

Phals are just the tip of the iceberg for orchid gift choices. Cattleyas, like those in the next two photos, also make elegant presents. They’re the classic corsage orchid, and many have wonderful fragrances. Paphs, or lady slippers, present a whole new catalog of possibilities. They don’t have scents, but offer a wide range of dramatic shapes and colors.

Another lady slipper and two very different Epidendrums show a small sample of the orchid family’s incredible diversity. Check out how to choose the right orchid variety, how to pick a healthy plant, and more orchid buying tips to help you find the best gift. Tropical blossoms like these are a sure way to inspire lots of Mother’s Day smiles.

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This entry was posted on Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 at 3:18 pm and is filed under Buying Tips, Fragrant Orchids, Photos.

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