Newbie

[Caroll]

Hi,

I recently joined this site and it is amazing. So much information! It is really helpful for a newbie like me. I started with a few (dont know what they were, no tags on them - was given to me by someone who moved house), they wouldn't flower, so I forgot about them. One day, I walked into my hothouse, (I have over 200 Bonsai) and there were all of them in the most beautiful flowers I have ever seen. I have been 'gobsmacked' since and have to hide my purchases from my husband. (As someone jokingly said, if I had to choose, I would surely miss him)

I am currently experimenting with grow lights and will keep you informed.

[shakkai]

Welcome, Caroll! What a great combination - orchids and bonsai! How beautiful that must be. We'd love to see photos of your orchids - and you bonsai!! I have one orchid, Dendrobium jenkinsonii (thanks to Sue and Ross, here! Ha!), that really looks like a bonsai... I've even put it in a shallow bonsai type dish. When I get home from work, I'll take a photo of it and post it here for you. It looks like a miniature forest.

If you have any questions about Orchid Board and how to get around or do things, just ask!!

[cb977]

Hi Caroll...welcome to Orchidboard

Yes, pictures of your hothouse...and all that's in it is something I know I'm looking forward to! Must be wonderful!!!

So, what 'chids have you snuck into the house?

If you need help with anything, feel free to ask...we've got a great group of folks here always willing to help

[Buds!]

Hi Caroll,
Welcome to the OB!
We would love to see pictures of your hothouse and your bonsai/ orchid collection!

You may also be interested in miniature orchids- similar concept as 'bonsai'!

[Tindomul]

Welcome to the Orchid Board! Glad you joined.

[Greybeard]

Hi Carrol,

Welcome to OB from another newbie. Great, friendly and knowledgable bunch of folks here.

[GreggC]

I am a seminewbie myself. Good site.