“So many of the orchids just look like alien flowers; they’re so unique,” says Melino, “and the bonsai remind us of a much smaller world. The theme gives us a chance to be creative with ...

This year’s show will do that — and more. “Orchid and Bonsai Show: Origin Stories,” opening Saturday in the historic glass house in Pittsburgh’s Oakland section, also will provide ...

Now you know your orchid is not on its way out why not try an even more challenging species and learn how to care for a bonsai tree?