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Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 01-05-2023, 09:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,609
Posted By mook1178
I can't really say if it was the cinnamon or just...

I can't really say if it was the cinnamon or just that the wound is left open, but those bulbs shriveled a lot more with cinnamon. The candle wax seals the wound and the bulbs don't lose as much...
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 01-05-2023, 09:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,609
Posted By mook1178
I caution using cinnamon as it is also a...

I caution using cinnamon as it is also a desiccant and the pbulb holds water. I have had better results with candle wax to seal the cut. I have been getting into bonsai recently and the thought that...
Forum: Cymbidium Alliance 12-19-2022, 11:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,546
Posted By mook1178
I have found the cymbidium mix from Repotme works...

I have found the cymbidium mix from Repotme works great.

TBH, I cannot say enough about the mixes I get from repotme. African violets, orchids, succulents. THey are a little more expensive, but...
Forum: Dendrobium Alliance 12-13-2022, 03:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,716
Posted By mook1178
Den Australian Robbie McInnes

This is my 4th year blooming. I left it outside this year until low temps were in upper 30s. The amount of blooms increased significantly this year.
Forum: Dendrobium Alliance 10-10-2022, 01:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,423
Posted By mook1178
Latouria Min temps

Curious as to what low temps others that grow Latouria Dens outside let theirs see?

I have not brought mine in yet and the temp was at 39F this morning, with highs in the mid 60s to day. I will...
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 10-07-2022, 12:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,930
Posted By mook1178
I have a black pearl that is on its 6th or 7th...

I have a black pearl that is on its 6th or 7th season. This year it put out 2 bulbs. I have yet to see it bloom. I bought it from Odom's orchids as a meristem(sp?) clone.

Fingers crossed for this...
Forum: Dendrobium Alliance 09-15-2022, 03:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,866
Posted By mook1178
Just wanted to check in and say this summer in...

Just wanted to check in and say this summer in late July and August, I was watering pretty much everyday. I grow mine outside, under a tree for shade. They have put out more growth than any other...
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 08-11-2022, 11:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,291
Posted By mook1178
I second what ES says. I am in Delaware and...

I second what ES says.

I am in Delaware and mine get full sun most of the day.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 08-09-2022, 03:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,106
Posted By mook1178
IDK what your temps are but try dropping it 5...

IDK what your temps are but try dropping it 5 degrees. That will also raise the RH. Spider mites like heat and dry conditions.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 08-09-2022, 02:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,106
Posted By mook1178
Get your humidity up. Spider mites LOVE dry...

Get your humidity up. Spider mites LOVE dry conditions. Put in a humidifier if you can.
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 08-02-2022, 11:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,110
Posted By mook1178
I am thinking it is a mix of your media and pots....

I am thinking it is a mix of your media and pots. It sounds like you may not be getting enough airflow around your roots. The roots can stay wet, as long as there is good airflow.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 07-22-2022, 04:11 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,360
Posted By mook1178
They finally arrived. I ordered one of the...

They finally arrived.

I ordered one of the Ctmds, but unfortunately was sold out before they picked my order. I wonder if both Ctmds were sold out. I got 2 for the replacement though.

I ended...
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 07-22-2022, 09:43 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,360
Posted By mook1178
Tracking says mine are out for delivery. I'm glad...

Tracking says mine are out for delivery. I'm glad I had them delivered to my office. It's stupid hot today!! If hate for them to sit in my porch baking sheet being boxed up for a week.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 07-21-2022, 01:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,360
Posted By mook1178
FedEx

FedEx
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 07-21-2022, 11:56 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,360
Posted By mook1178
My tracking went from Carlsbad, can to Memphis,...

My tracking went from Carlsbad, can to Memphis, to Newark, nj and now days Memphis again. I'm in Newark de so when I went to bed last night and saw Newark I was excited. Then it said Memphis again...
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 07-20-2022, 03:10 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,360
Posted By mook1178
Unfortunately, there is a delay in shipping. I am...

Unfortunately, there is a delay in shipping. I am a bit worried with the heat wave.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 07-20-2022, 11:21 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,360
Posted By mook1178
I picked one up.

I picked one up.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 07-12-2022, 05:45 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,360
Posted By mook1178
The race is on. Fred emailed and said I...

The race is on.

Fred emailed and said I should expect them next Wednesday
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 07-12-2022, 03:28 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,360
Posted By mook1178
Just placed an order for the Ctsm vinaceum x...

Just placed an order for the Ctsm vinaceum x iavane and the Ctmds Dragons Tail x Ctsm Susan Fuchs
Forum: Dendrobium Alliance 07-07-2022, 06:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 905
Posted By mook1178
Thank you! You can see some of the burnt...

Thank you!

You can see some of the burnt bulbs in that photo.
Forum: Maxillaria Alliance 07-07-2022, 04:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,152
Posted By mook1178
thanks Ray! Everything I am finding said not...

thanks Ray!

Everything I am finding said not above 75 degrees, but then listed mexico and CR as natural habitat. I know it gets warmer than 75 degrees there. It had me confused.


I am in pure...
Forum: Maxillaria Alliance 07-07-2022, 04:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,152
Posted By mook1178
Maxillaria tenuifolia upper temp range

I am growing my tenuifolia outdoors in zone 7. With daytime temps right now in the upper 80's+. IS that too hot for this orchid?

I started to have new growth in the early spring, but I feel like...
Forum: Dendrobium Alliance 07-07-2022, 02:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 905
Posted By mook1178
Den Green Flash

This is a first bloom and I was a bit surprised that it bloomed this year.

This plant has unfortunately struggled early in life. When I received it of off ebay, the roots were a rotten mess. I...
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 05-31-2022, 02:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 695
Posted By mook1178
It's looking a lot better today. That pic was...

It's looking a lot better today. That pic was from the first day open
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 05-30-2022, 11:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 695
Posted By mook1178
Lc Fire Gem

First bloom from SVO
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