Learn to Care for Orchids with Vizcaya’s Free Online Class
Looking to master the art of orchid care? You’re in the right place. This free orchid care class, led by Vizcaya’s Orchid Specialist Axel Cahiz, is designed to help plant lovers at all levels confidently grow and care for their orchids at home.
The class is structured as a video series—scroll down to find four in-depth tutorials, each focused on a popular orchid variety. Whether you’re new to orchids or looking to improve your plant care skills, these easy-to-follow videos offer expert insights and practical demonstrations, including:
- How to water and feed orchids properly
- When and how to repot an orchid
- Tips for mounting orchids on bark or other materials
- Light, temperature, and humidity needs for each variety
Each video is embedded below for easy viewing or available on Vizcaya’s YouTube channel so you can watch at your own pace.
Meet Your Instructor: Axel Cahiz
Axel Cahiz, Vizcaya’s orchid expert, has decades of experience in orchid care and conservation. In this short introduction, Axel shares his background and what to expect from the class.
Ahead of his role at Vizcaya, Axel Cahiz grew up immersed in orchids—his father, Carlos Cahiz Puigdollers, was an acclaimed orchid hybridizer in Venezuela, and Axel continued the legacy at Amazonia Orchids in Homestead, Florida. In 2018, following the devastation of Hurricane Irma and deeply personal milestones, Axel joined Vizcaya as their Orchid Specialist—where he now cares for over 2,000 orchids across the orchidarium and greenhouses. You can learn more about his background in this in-depth profile in Southern Living Magazine.
With his infectious passion and deep-rooted knowledge, he guides viewers through each video with warmth and clarity, making even advanced orchid care feel accessible.
Dendrobium Orchid Care
Learn how to grow and care for Dendrobium orchids, known for their tall canes and long-lasting blooms. Axel explains watering schedules, how to trigger blooming, and when to repot these beautiful orchids.
Cattleya Orchid Care
Often called the “Queen of Orchids,” Cattleyas are prized for their large, fragrant flowers. This video shows how to care for Cattleyas in South Florida conditions (or similar climates), including light requirements and how to avoid root rot.
Phaleanopsis Orchid Care
Perfect for beginners, Phalaenopsis orchids are one of the most popular houseplants in the world. Axel shares essential tips on bloom cycles, reblooming tricks, and how to rescue a struggling moth orchid.
Vandas Orchid Care
Vandas love light and air circulation. In this final video, you’ll learn how to mount, hydrate, and fertilize Vanda orchids to enjoy their brilliant, often fragrant flowers.
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