Properly selected and cared for, orchids can be among the showiest and most exotic of all garden or patio plants. In these areas, with some protection from excessive sun, wind and rain, lovely orchid plants can be successfully cultivated on the patio or as a part of the landscape. ...

Can I put my potted orchid outside?

Most orchids are 'air plants' (epiphytes), which means they grow in trees. They need air circulation and good drainage around their roots to survive. Therefore, they can't be planted outside in the ground. ... Just put them in baskets and hang them from a tree!

Do orchids do better inside or outside?

Indoor orchid plants that have been kept inside the home for a significant period of time, particularly during the cold winter months, will see amazing benefits when taken outside because of the difference in humidity, temperature, and natural air movement.