Orchids belong to one of the two largest families of flowering plants, Orchidaceae. Orchids are found globally growing in nearly every habitat including Macquarie Island and above the artic circle!  Growing orchids is challenging but worth while, and there are many tricks of the trade.

Careerline’s Orchid growing course will help you to succeed in growing these fantastic plants.  This course will help you to:

• understand orchids from a botanical viewpoint
• succeed in improving your orchids flowers
• teach you about orchid propagation
• learn about the incredible range of orchids
• learn about commercial orchid culture
• learn about the unique Australian native orchids!
• harvest techniques and post harvest handling

Course Aims:

• Understand the system of plant classification and naming
• Gain an insight into the appropriate way to grow a range of different orchid species.
• Understand common methods of Orchid Propagation
• Understand the basics of the structure, taxonomy and culture of Cymbidiums and Dendrobiums
• Learn about some of the more commonly grown orchids apart from Dendrobiums and Cattleyas
• Learn about orchids native to your locality
• Understand a range of alternative ways in which to grow orchids
• Research two commercial orchid growing establishments

There are 8 Lessons in this course:

1. Introduction
2. Orchid Culture
3. Propagation
4. Cymbidiums And Dendrobiums
5. Cattleyas, Vandas And Other Commonly Grown Orchids
6. Australian Native Orchids
7. Growing Orchids: Commercial and general uses
8. Harvest and Special Project On One Group Of Orchids