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All aspects of outdoor orchid growingenSat, 21 Nov 2009 06:38:20 GMTvBulletin60http://www.orchidboard.com/community/images/misc/rss.jpgOrchid Board - Most Complete Orchid Forum on the web ! - Outdoor Gardening
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EpiWeb?
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Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:03:30 GMT*EpiWeb*....Can anyone give me some info on this stuff? I never see it available in any of the supply or hydoponic stores, never see it anywhere...EpiWeb....Can anyone give me some info on this stuff? I never see it available in any of the supply or hydoponic stores, never see it anywhere except on the internet.
For what kind of orchids, is it recommended? I've read there are some members that use this with nothing else. What are it's advantages, disadvantages?
]]>Outdoor GardeningSandy4453http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/29684-epiweb.html<![CDATA[Outdoor orchid's have nightmares of deer.]]>
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Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:31:33 GMTI have had my run ins with snails, slugs, mealy bugs and spider mites. Nothing compares to deer though, when they will eat an entire season's growth and then some, in one evening. They seem to be particularly fond of my Dendrobium kingianum and the miniature Cymbidiums. Does anyone else have to deal with deer eating their outdoor orchids? Is there any way to deter them, or will I just have to plan accordingly and mount the orchids higher in trees?
]]>Outdoor GardeningWeeblhttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/28421-outdoor-orchids-have-nightmares-deer.htmlwould this lighting work for the winter?????
http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/28356-would-lighting-work-winter.html
Sun, 27 Sep 2009 20:16:15 GMTHello
I was wondering if this light was be ok for my orchids.
I have catts.. onc.& a den...
250 watt metal halide 4,000k bulb . Both are standard bulbs and have the same specs and color. The ballast is incapulated in a rubber cement which keeps it extremely quiet and cool.
How far away should I keep the light from my first row. There are 3 shelfs.:blushing:
Thanks you
]]>Outdoor Gardeningtakeiteasyhttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/28356-would-lighting-work-winter.htmlYIKES!! One reason I hate growing outdoors!
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Sat, 12 Sep 2009 15:18:47 GMTOMG!!! I HATE SNAKES!! :yikes:
THEY SCARE ME TO DEATH!! No matter the size!
I was out taking pics of my babies in bloom this morning for you...OMG!!! I HATE SNAKES!! :yikes:
THEY SCARE ME TO DEATH!! No matter the size!
I was out taking pics of my babies in bloom this morning for you all.
When I looked up to the top of my chid hotel, I see this looking down at me!!
Gave me goose bumps the size of TEXAS!!
It's a Black Racer, so I know it's good for my yard. But still, I hate them! Give me the willies soooo bad!
He wasn't caught in the trap either. The trap is for Rats that eat the hell out of my chids for breakfast!
]]>Outdoor GardeningJkeleehttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/27703-yikes-one-reason-i-hate-growing-outdoors.htmlorchids which stand frost/low temperatures
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Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:14:29 GMThi, this is my first thread, im from spain so im sorry about the language if it is not really good :(
well, here´s my question, i´d like to know...hi, this is my first thread, im from spain so im sorry about the language if it is not really good :(
well, here´s my question, i´d like to know if anyone grows orchids outdoors in places where it freezes but also where the frost or very low temps hold for a long time.
i´ll tell you my situation, here where i live it´s pretty cold in winter. we usually get frost (from october to april-may) but the prpblem is not frost, but the low temps that stay during the whole day.
example: at night -5ºcelsius (like 25 farenheit) and during the day 2 or 3 º celsius (like 36 farenheit)
do you grow any orchid in that conditions?
i grow a cambria since last year in the balcony which has flowered this year, and i suppose cymbidiums also do well with that temps.
this year im going to try with oncidium, cattleyas, potinara, brassia, and epidendrum. i think they stand low temps because they are hybrids.
do you know of any others? and not just hybrids, but species? maybe coelogyne cristata and dendrobiumm nobile?? some more please
thanks
]]>Outdoor GardeningBurgoshttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/26699-orchids-stand-frost-low-temperatures.htmli was woundering how much to feed when growing out doors
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Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:22:37 GMTI grow indoors most of the time and just built a shade room for my orchids . I was woundering if some people could give me some tips on feeding them...I grow indoors most of the time and just built a shade room for my orchids . I was woundering if some people could give me some tips on feeding them outdoors or should i just feed them once a mounth like i do indoors.
]]>Outdoor Gardeningericst11http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/25046-i-woundering-how-much-feed-when-growing-out-doors.htmlLate Posting - some cacti and succulents on 3-4-09
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Tue, 16 Jun 2009 04:36:08 GMTSome cacti and succulents in bloom on March 4, From left to right:
• Aloe africanus – plant - about 3 ½ feet across and 4 feet tall
• Aloe...Some cacti and succulents in bloom on March 4, From left to right:
• Aloe africanus – plant - about 3 ½ feet across and 4 feet tall
• Aloe africanus – blooms
• NOID Aloes
• NOID Aloe – bloom
• NOID Euphorbia - plant
• NOID Euphorbia - blooms
• NOID cactus
• NOID cactus
Then, the last two pictures, an interesting South African plant with small bulbs (not really a succulent). It is totally dormant 9-10 months of the year, leaves gone, just bare gravel showing in the pot. I keep mine in its pot, beside the house in the hot sun, with NO water all summer (it gets some rain, “whenever”). It likes summer “baking”. In early February, green shoots start to show, and then it gets water while it is growing and blooming.
• Lachnelia – plant
• Lachnelia – blooms
]]>Outdoor GardeningEdinAZhttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/24961-late-posting-some-cacti-succulents-3-4-09-a.htmlGrowing Orchids Outdoors in Southern California
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Thu, 11 Jun 2009 16:46:49 GMTIn the process of encouraging the AOS (http://forum.aosforum.org/showthread.php?t=63) to place a higher priority digitizing some of their excellent...In the process of encouraging the AOS to place a higher priority digitizing some of their excellent out-of-print articles, I ended up digitizing one of my favorite articles of theirs. The AOS was kind enough to post the digitized article on their website...
Digitizing the article was super easy. I just typed the article while reading it again! Those of you reasonably proficient at typing should be able to type up an article in only a little less time then it takes you to read an article out loud. Then I took photos of the pictures in the article and added them to the digitized article.
If you have a favorite out-of-print AOS article that would help other orchid hobbyists (sharing is caring!) and would like to support the American Orchid Society...then I highly recommend digitizing your favorite out-of-print article and e-mailing it to the AOS.
For the orchid hobbyists in Southern California don't forget about the upcoming orchid auction this weekend!
]]>Outdoor Gardeningepiphyte78http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/24836-growing-orchids-outdoors-southern-california.htmlMy collection as of today 6/8/09
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Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:17:42 GMT:hello everybody !!! I've been kind of busy lately and haven't posted much here or anywhere and the people at the clubs miss me but I have to work:(:( Anyways here are some pics of my babies !!!
]]>Outdoor GardeningRoly0217http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/24725-my-collection-today-6-8-09-a.htmlshade room
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Thu, 28 May 2009 21:00:40 GMTI just put together this small shade room for my covered deck . Image: http://www.orchidboard.com/community/gallery/data/500/thumbs/00522.JPG ...I just put together this small shade room for my covered deck . :biggrin::biggrin:
]]>Outdoor Gardeningericst11http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/24372-shade-room.htmlWhich orchids can I grow outside year-round in Tampa, FL?
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Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:46:35 GMTSo I just found out I'll be moving to Tampa, Florida, in June, and I'm curious as to what orchids I can choose from to grow outside. I don't know what amount of light I'll be able to give, so I'm looking at all types.
What do you Florida orchid growers grow outside year-round? SBOE (Santa Barbara Orchid Estate) has a list of temperature tolerant orchids, and they've got a nice selection, but I'm wondering what else is out there, especially looking for input from people in or near Tampa, since you all are the ones with the experience.
I won't have a greenhouse, and I'll be growing on our lanai (if I spelled that right), which is huge, so size isn't of a concern.
Thanks in advance for any help you can give!
-Tim C.
]]>Outdoor GardeningTim C.http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/23279-orchids-can-i-grow-outside-year-round-tampa-fl.htmlabout shade cloth
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Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:57:07 GMTI'm wanting to build a portable shade room for my deck and was woundering if some one could tell me if 50% shade cloth was alright or do i have to use a higher percentage.
]]>Outdoor Gardeningericst11http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/23187-about-shade-cloth.htmlMy Makeshift Mini Greenhouse
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Sun, 19 Apr 2009 19:24:50 GMTLet me begin by stating that my makeshift greenhouse was designed for propogating pitcher plants, but I don't see why it wouldn't work for orchids as well. Feel free to move this to another forum if needed.
Today I decided to give my sprawling pitcher plant a haircut. I've gotten so many positive comments about this plant that I decided to try and start some cuttings to give as gifts. Once the 8 cuttings were prepped and potted they needed a terrariam or plastic enclosure to house them in for next few weeks.
Gallon sized ziploc bags didn't seem to be the logical answer so that got me to thinking. I remembered that I had saved a zippered plastic comforter bag. I found the zippered bag and was pleased to discover that it had the perfect dimensions for this application. My next hurdle was figuring out how to support the bag so it wouldn't collapse on the cuttings. In my garage I discovered a rigid plastic crate and was thrilled to find it was a perfect fit for the zippered bag. The bottom of the crate had rather large openings so I cut some cardboard to fit and placed it in the base of the crate. The plants were placed in next and the crate was then carefully slid into the bag and zipped shut. I elevated the whole contraption on a short plant stand in a location that receives a few hours of dappled sunlight each day. My project actually turned out much better than I expected it would. Now if the cuttings take I'll be good to go.
]]>Outdoor GardeningJunebughttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/23031-my-makeshift-mini-greenhouse.htmlWalk through zone 11 garden?
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Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:19:01 GMThi guys, I'm new to this site and gardening, I wanted to start a 12' by 25' by 12' by 25' garden in zone 11. Any suggestions? I already got some plants picked out but I want to hear from the experts. Thanks! And I want to be able to walk through it.
]]>Outdoor GardeningStingraynesshttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/22760-walk-through-zone-11-garden.htmlShade House/Portable Greenhouse
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Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:35:30 GMTI move my orchids outdoors for the summer. Last year I used the front stoop (which is shaded) but my collection has grown to the point where the...I move my orchids outdoors for the summer. Last year I used the front stoop (which is shaded) but my collection has grown to the point where the stoop will not serve. So, I was planning to buy a shade house, like this one (I am not at all handy)
Does anyone have any experience with this thing? Worth buying? Junk? Better/Worse than a frame with shade cloth (in winter the orchids will come back inside).
Also, what percentage shade cloth should I get . . . I have everything from Brassovolas to Paphs . . there's some natural shade, and of course I'll use the bigger brighter light plants to shade the others . . . and possibly leave a side open for the bright light lovers . . . but what should be my default?
Thanks!
]]>Outdoor GardeningLilavatihttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/21779-shade-house-portable-greenhouse.htmlMy Mango Tree a/k/a orchid mount!! (picture heavy)
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Mon, 16 Mar 2009 01:29:20 GMTI wish I had a bigger backyard, but alas, it cannot be so (at least right now) here is a pic of the plants I have outside, plus the catt/miniature...I wish I had a bigger backyard, but alas, it cannot be so (at least right now) here is a pic of the plants I have outside, plus the catt/miniature shelf.
Vanda Vivian x Vanda Red Ball picture by peeweelovesbooks - Photobucket
]]>Outdoor Gardeningpeeweelovesbookshttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/21764-my-mango-tree-k-orchid-mount-picture-heavy.html2-3 Hours of direct sun, enough to grow Catts?
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Mon, 09 Mar 2009 19:19:24 GMTI'm thinking of installing a small shelving area to give my Catts summers outside. The only area I have available is a 5' long strip of fence that gets 2-3 hours of direct sun from 11am on, and very filtered sun afterwards. By very filtered, I mean that the sun is coming through two rows of trees before it hits my back yard. The filtered sun should be enough to grow Phals, but I don't know if the whole shebang is enough for Catts.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
-Tim C.
]]>Outdoor GardeningTim C.http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/21527-2-3-hours-direct-sun-enough-grow-catts.htmlFlorida orchid growers, are you experiencing a cold front, again?
http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/21283-florida-orchid-growers-you-experiencing-cold-front-again.html
Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:14:37 GMTIt's going to go down to the 40's this week here in Miami, and I finally broke down and dragged my huge vanda and all of my other orchids inside the house. The vanda lost a couple of leaves during our last cold front, so I felt compelled to bring everything inside. It's now laying flat on my dining room table (and the roots take up most of it). Sigh.
Anyone else experiencing a cold front?
I need to move so I can build a greenhouse. :)
]]>Outdoor Gardeningpeeweelovesbookshttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/21283-florida-orchid-growers-you-experiencing-cold-front-again.htmlShelving for Outdoors
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Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:57:34 GMTOk.
My front porch has been taken over by Catts. I've been thinking of buying some adjustable wood shelves from Williams-Sonoma (they can be sealed).
I like them because you can adjust the height of the units, and they are reinforced with metal on the inside.
Has anyone purchased these? If so, would you recommend?
Do you think the plants will get enough light if I put them on the shelves?
Thanks.
]]>Outdoor Gardeningpeeweelovesbookshttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/20802-shelving-outdoors.htmlGongora or Stanhopea or both?
http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/19613-gongora-stanhopea-both.html
Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:52:10 GMT:help Hi everyone! I need your advise and orchid wisdom.:help
I've been wanting to try growing the Gongora's and Stanhopea's. Florida....on a patio.....90F plus in summer with 90 plus humidity. I think the Gongora is a safer bet, right?
Can you tell me what conditions you're growing in and how you're caring for these, what to do?, what not to do? Any particular ones I should get or stay away from?
Gratefully, as always....:bowing
]]>Outdoor GardeningSandy4453http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/19613-gongora-stanhopea-both.htmlWinter status report!
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Sat, 27 Dec 2008 06:42:46 GMTI know California has received much rainfall the past few weeks as well as, and I know I will get flack from those in areas with actual seasons,...I know California has received much rainfall the past few weeks as well as, and I know I will get flack from those in areas with actual seasons, blistering cold. I wanted to know how everyone's fairing this winter!
Most of mine are not protected with a roof, and get their pots flushed from rain, being in California this rain is usually cold. No rot issues, just damage from the winds blowing over pots or blowing baskets into everything in range.
My most tender outdoor orchids, or ones I fear are most sensitive, have been unaffected by temps down to 31 so far with no protection. Those being Vanda coerulea, Laelia purpurata, Holcoglossum amesianum and Laelia lobata.
I'm interested to hear about others cold season status!
]]>Outdoor GardeningWeeblhttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/19036-winter-status-report.htmlOut door orchids
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Mon, 15 Dec 2008 02:57:48 GMTI was wondering if there are many orchids that can be grown outside up here in NY. If so is there anywhere that I could get them. I know that these...I was wondering if there are many orchids that can be grown outside up here in NY. If so is there anywhere that I could get them. I know that these orchids are not the mainstreem cultivars but I think that these might be easier and more space efficient to grow.
]]>Outdoor Gardeningpaleofreakhttp://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/18678-out-door-orchids.htmlLP heater question
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Sat, 22 Nov 2008 19:49:12 GMTGreetings -
I got a heater unit that screws onto the top of a propane tank (like a barbeque grill uses); even on 'low' it puts out an impressive amount of heat.
So, I know that people who use natural gas or oil-fueled heaters have to be very cautious in using these around orchids, because even a slight gas leak will cause bud drop in orchids.
Does anybody know if propane would have the same effect? I've been using a little electric box heater when the nights are too cold (and winter has come astoundingly early to balmy south Louisiana). I'd sure like to use this propane heater, but not at the cost of my buds!
Thanks - Nancy
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