Wallace Thomas

If you notice an unpleasant odor in the air around your orchid, it may be time to repot. Your potting medium can develop a sour… Read More »Why Does My Orchid Stink?

Vanilla is a climbing orchid vine that produces a pod that looks like a string bean. The vanilla orchid flowers are white, tinged with a… Read More »Do Vanilla Bean Plants Smell?

Vanilla oil has been used as a home remedy since the 17th century for added nutrition and has proven very effective for relieving anxiety and… Read More »Is Vanilla Essential Oil Good For Anxiety?

While orchids mean thoughtfulness, refinement, fertility, beauty, charm, and love, they’re the perfect bloom to celebrate all of life’s precious moments. What do the different… Read More »What Do Orchids Symbolize?

Let there be (bright, indirect) light! An east-facing window that gets morning light is ideal. South- or west-facing windows work, too, but be sure your… Read More »What Makes An Orchid Happy?

Top notes are Green Notes, Floral Notes, Water Lily and Fruity Notes; middle notes are Heliotrope, Orchid, Freesia, Plum and White Peach; base notes are… Read More »What Does Purple Orchid Smell Like?

Vanilla oil has no known toxicity. Is vanilla oleoresin edible? However, it will keep the essential oils of the vanilla bean. As this particular substance… Read More »Is Vanilla Oleoresin Toxic?

Lavender essential oil contains many different types of compounds, but one in particular—S-linalool—is responsible for giving the plant a well-known sweet aroma. Why do I… Read More »Why Does Lavender Smell So Good?

It has an earthy, spicy, and slightly sweet aroma that’s sometimes associated with the smell of health food stores. While some find it pleasantly rich… Read More »What Does Patchouli Fragrance Smell Like?

What candle scents are dog-friendly? Scents such as Vanilla, Lavender, and Citronella are some of the candle scents that are dog-friendly. Is vanilla smell OK… Read More »Is Vanilla Scent Safe For Dogs?