Welcome to Jolly Lane Greenhouse! We provide helpful information to both green thumbs and beginner gardeners about horticulture in Rapid City, the Black Hills and surrounding areas. You will find a variety of plant selections including shrubs, annuals, perennials, herbs as well as garden decor. Please feel free to drop us a line!

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Houseplants

Research shows that houseplants offer their owners a slew of benefits, from fighting colds to creating a healthier environment. To help remove indoor pollutants, try a ficus, fern, philodendron or spider plant, which are all proven to work as natural air purifiers. Houseplants are also thought to help boost morale, improve creativity, and increase feelings of calm. Try a striking tropical orchid, African violet, or cyclamen to inspire you at home or in the office. Stop by the Greenhouse to pick up a new houseplant today!

Gardening Tips

Growing Orchids for Beginners

Perhaps one of the most incredible ornamental plants, the orchid has been highly prized by expert gardeners for centuries. The surprisingly large family is estimated to range from 10,000 to 17,500 different species. While most orchids are native to tropical and subtropical forests, there are many varieties that can temper colder, dryer habitats.

Understanding the delicate needs of an orchid requires study and patience, but with the right instructions anyone can grow these marvelous plants at home.

The team at Jolly Lane Greenhouse can assist you with selecting an orchid and provide beginner's care instructions and advice. Among the primary concerns are optimum light conditions, sufficient ventilation, and maintaining the right watering schedule regarding quantity and frequency.

The American Orchid Society recommends creating monthly checklists to ensure your orchids are receiving the proper care at each season. Both plant growth and flowering are dependent on changing seasons, so the more in tune you become with your plant's light, water, and soil needs, the more successful your new hobby will become.