Cultivation of Orchids The third edition of this book contains everything one wants to know about orchid cultivation: Biology of orchids. Cultivation of native orchids and other orchid species. Orchids for enthusiasts and for professional gardeners. Pests and diseases. Biological pest control. Description of different species and hybrids with comments to their cultivation. Significance of the laws for protection of endangered species. A book for orchid enthusiasts as well as for professional gardeners and cultivators.