A Phalaenopsis, or moth orchid, is called the "gateway orchid" for beginning collectors: it requires very little care, and yields great rewards with blooms that last up to three months! Early success with a moth orchid leads growers to try other species and, finally, to orchid addiction. But how do you ensure early success? Visit http://my.chicagobotanic.org/horticulture/how-to/repotting-orchids-phalaenopsis/ for more information on how to repot an orchid.