I've stayed away from orchids for years because I bought one once....sound familiar? I have a friend who's had them for years and says she has friends who can't keep them alive while she can't kill 'em! The secret is water...too much is death to orchids. While this video suggests you soak them in water and then leave them alone for a week, the better method is to simply place an ice cube or two at the base and that's all the water they need all week.

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