New user - Orchid Board

Coolbabe · #1 03-28-2018, 10:27 AM

Hi. I am a fairly new grower but the addiction has already started. I have had orchids for eight years but only started growing them for five. The orchids that grow best for me are Phrags and Encyclias. I usually buy orchid that are in spike or bloom so I can get enjoyment from them in case they die. I have been fortunate to get to know some growers who have helped me. I love Schoms and Schombocats(now known as Myc and Laelia). I have been trying to grow Catts with some success. I like habenarias, too. And if course Phals which got me started. Dens hate me.

I live in Central Florida in microclimate zone 11. I am growing outside at the present time. In process of building a spa where I can protect them.

Looking forward to being on this forum to learn. I am 56 years old so I have gotten a really late start. So I try to buy larger plants so I might get a specimen one day.

Dollythehun · #2 03-28-2018, 11:17 AM

Awe, your'e just a kid! Welcome to the OB. You'll be awash in information in no time!

No-Pro-mwa · #3 03-28-2018, 11:46 AM

Welcome to the board.

Mountaineer370 · #4 03-28-2018, 03:02 PM

Welcome to the OB! I got an even later start than you, but this is such an enjoyable hobby, no matter what our age. It sounds like you have a nice place for growing.

Leafmite · #5 03-28-2018, 03:21 PM

Hello and welcome!

estación seca · #6 03-29-2018, 02:06 PM

Welcome! You can put a location in your profile. It will appear on the upper right of each message, as in mine, and we won't have to ask about location if you post questions.

AJW · #7 03-30-2018, 08:26 PM

Never to late to start. It is the pleasure you get out of it you will enjoy