There is now no deliberate conspiracy to conceal information about orchid growing, but there is still too little material available for the amateur. Many fine orchid books, first printed in expensive limited editions, have been long out of print, and others, published abroad, have not been translated. In the following pages we shall contribute our small share to building the foundation of a more general interest in and understanding of orchid culture. Beginning with a glimpse into the life secrets of the orchid and continuing through to the rather specialized knowledge required for growing orchids from seed, the aim of the book is to make a fascinating and worth-while hobby available to thousands. Once the way has been opened, the amateur will find many adventurous and rewarding by-paths to explore on his own.
