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Forum: Beginner Discussion 09-11-2007, 03:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,075
Posted By boxerfan
Unhappy sphag and bag question

I've had a phal in sphag and bag for over 2 months now and there is no sign of root regeneration. Is it time to give up? Thanks, Lisa
Forum: Beginner Discussion 09-11-2007, 03:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,417
Posted By boxerfan
Thumbs up I use a Hydrofarm light meter which I bought...

I use a Hydrofarm light meter which I bought through Amazon. I believe it cost about 30.00 and measures up to 5000 fc. Lisa
Forum: Advanced Discussion 09-05-2007, 02:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,072
Posted By boxerfan
Question Color enhancers question

Is there any type of water additive or fertilizer which acts to enhance the colors of orchid flowers? Lisa
Forum: Advanced Discussion 09-05-2007, 02:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,810
Posted By boxerfan
Red face Mtssa. name update

The tag on my new Mtssa. was misread. The plant's name is Mtssa. CM Fitch "Izumi". Lisa :blushing:
Forum: Advanced Discussion 09-05-2007, 02:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,810
Posted By boxerfan
Talking New Mltssa., info wanted

I just got a new Mltssa., CM Fitch "Tzumi" (pictured below). I would greatly appreciate any info on culture for this 'chid. Thanks, Lisa :biggrin:
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-03-2007, 04:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,300
Posted By boxerfan
Lightbulb For more worm tea info

Paphlovian, I get my Worm Tea Concentrate from Our Vital Earth, Our Vital Earth ~ All Natural Worm Castings & Worm Tea (http://www.ourvitalearth.com) . I chose this brand on the recommendation of...
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 08-03-2007, 04:14 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,923
Posted By boxerfan
Beautiful

What a beautiful bloom. Aren't they well worth the wait? Lisa:)
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-02-2007, 06:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,283
Posted By boxerfan
Thumbs up Thanks

Thanks, Ray. It's coming out of the pot today. I see you too are an early riser. ;) Lisa
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-02-2007, 04:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,283
Posted By boxerfan
Question Brassidium old medium question

My Brassidium has finished blooming and the medium looks old, nasty and mushy. I think it's peat primarily. I've either got to drive out of town to get some fine bark mix, use medium bark mix that...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-02-2007, 03:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,300
Posted By boxerfan
Thumbs up Welcome and great idea

Welcome Thomas and what a great idea to grow orchids as a "crop". I use a combination of chemical fertilizers and "Worm Tea", made from the castings of composting worms. Truthfully, I have only...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-31-2007, 02:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,337
Posted By boxerfan
Lightbulb Picture of my Bak. Truth 'Silver Chalice'

Here's a pic of my new baby. Lisa
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-31-2007, 12:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,337
Posted By boxerfan
Talking Bak. Truth 'Silver Chalice' AM/AOS

I just came home with the above mentioned 'chid. I know that it is an Alcra./Odm. hybrid, but I don't know anything about the Alcra. half of the equation. What does Alcra. stand for and what kind...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-31-2007, 08:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,482
Posted By boxerfan
Question Pleating leaf question

If a leaf is pleating, will it fold in half on its vertical axis or make many folds horizontally. Can a leaf that has pleated be treated? Thanks, Lisa :scratchhead:
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-31-2007, 04:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 800
Posted By boxerfan
Question Scrawny pseudobulbs

There's an orchid at a local Gourmet store, a Brsdm. I think that has caught my eye. It looks to be in pretty good shape except the pseudo bulbs are wrinkly. Should I resist the urge to bring this...
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 07-30-2007, 03:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,070
Posted By boxerfan
Smile Thanks, Dorothy

I appreciate the info, now I know where to go in search of culture information. Lisa :)
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 07-29-2007, 01:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,070
Posted By boxerfan
Talking My Dog Spot

Yes, this is an Orchid post. Yesterday, while at Carter and Holmes buying a Sharry Baby for a friend, I bought myself an Odtna. My Dog Spot "Waterfield Dalmation" :biggrin: .

It is gorgeous and...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-28-2007, 06:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,257
Posted By boxerfan
Question Simple Watering Question

How do others water potted orchids? I put water in the tub/sink/bucket along with fertilizer and superthrive and let them soak 15-30 mins. Lisa
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 07-28-2007, 03:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,923
Posted By boxerfan
Thumbs up Brs. particulars

Helen, my Brs. is Datacasa 'Coos Bay' x Edvah Loo-logissima 'Valentino'. I call it Tango. The flowers are more of a yellow than a chartreuse with chocolate/marroonish markings. I'm not sure of the...
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 07-26-2007, 03:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,923
Posted By boxerfan
Talking My Brassia is Blooming

I have blooms on one spike in 3 so far. Lisa :banana:
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-25-2007, 03:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,736
Posted By boxerfan
Thumbs up Realize your priorities

Hi Rane, glad you are here. I noticed in the beginning that you stated you wanted to beautify the outdoors with orchids. An admirable idea, but if you use too much covering to block heat/light, you...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 07-24-2007, 05:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,807
Posted By boxerfan
Question spots on brassia leaves

any ideas what these spots are on this Brs. leaf? Thanks, Lisa
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-24-2007, 03:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,811
Posted By boxerfan
Talking supremely happy

As if the knowledge that I own 14 orchids since I got my first one in March of this year wasn't enough to confirm that I'm hooked, I am now waiting and watching anxiously every day for my Brassia to...
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 07-24-2007, 01:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,552
Posted By boxerfan
Question paph Pinocchio question

A friend got a Paph Pinocchio June 14, 2007. It has bloomed and the bloom died. It looks like it has one more bloom left to go, but the spike is brown. I'm comparing it to mine which was purchased...
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 07-20-2007, 02:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,859
Posted By boxerfan
Thumbs up Culmanara Wildcat Rainbow

I just got this beauty yesterday. The bulbs are a dark purplish in some areas. Any idea what this means? Lisa
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 07-17-2007, 04:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,923
Posted By boxerfan
Talking any day now

My Brassia has three spikes that are due to bloom any time now. I'll post pics when it flowers. Good going to the blooming Brassia crowd. Lisa :D
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