Greetings from SINCITY!! How can I grow in this weather?

[JennySueLV]

Hello everyone! I'm been trying and trying to get my little orchid friends to work with me but it is so frustrating. I've read all the books and tried everything they say but it's been three years and I've got no love. Is there anybody out there who lives in this dry climate that is successful? I've joined hoping to make some friends that know what it's like here in the desert and are willing to share a little magic. I only have a few plants that were all purchased in spike and bloomed beautifully, but I have not been able to coax them into anything else. I have a Bachelors in Biology!! I am so ashamed! Someone please take me under your wing.