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Forum: Contests & Polls 09-16-2009, 03:39 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 25,356
Posted By ottercottage
My Calendar Hopeful

Catasetum Penang Sweetheart from my collection.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 03-22-2009, 06:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,967
Posted By ottercottage
Presently the same is happening with 3 of my...

Presently the same is happening with 3 of my plants; the roots have spread downward already about an inch to reach the medium, and the new growth on each is growing very, very quickly. I agree with...
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 03-12-2009, 10:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,483
Posted By ottercottage
Hello, Lorna, Welcome from your neighbor in...

Hello, Lorna,

Welcome from your neighbor in WA state (Long Beach Peninsula). You'll find so many kind, informed people here. I learn a lot!
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 02-26-2009, 01:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 849
Posted By ottercottage
Welcome from another W. Washington member! You'll...

Welcome from another W. Washington member! You'll get much expert and friendly help from the Board.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 02-21-2009, 02:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,799
Posted By ottercottage
Gorgeous, Steve! I'm waiting for an order right...

Gorgeous, Steve! I'm waiting for an order right now - maybe I'll get a surprise too.
Forum: Identification Forum 02-04-2009, 11:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,875
Posted By ottercottage
Hi, Nik, I ordered one myself from TOF a couple...

Hi, Nik, I ordered one myself from TOF a couple of months ago - mine is in a 2 inch pot, but it looks like it might be blooming soon. I was interested to see your pics. I agree that yours doesn't...
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 02-04-2009, 04:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,748
Posted By ottercottage
That is a good suggestion by Steve to visit Bush...

That is a good suggestion by Steve to visit Bush Orchids. I have a Lydia Bush from them (nigroviolacea x grandiflora), and it's a large, healthy plant - waiting to see it flower. The site is filled...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-02-2009, 05:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,758
Posted By ottercottage
Hi, Evan, I'm following what you are doing with...

Hi, Evan, I'm following what you are doing with great interest. I haven't done a lot with water culture because we are next to the ocean and battle constantly against mildew and mold. It's a tricky...
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 02-02-2009, 05:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,748
Posted By ottercottage
I have 10 stanhopeas to date. I live in WA state,...

I have 10 stanhopeas to date. I live in WA state, USA. In many ways our climates are very similar. I grow cool in a south, partially shaded window at home, and an eastern window at work. Keep moist...
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 01-23-2009, 09:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,338
Posted By ottercottage
In winter I water my stans about twice a week....

In winter I water my stans about twice a week. They hang indoors in 6" - 8" baskets in my southern window. I thought they might not be getting enough humidity, so I added an indoor water fountain to...
Forum: Outdoor Gardening 01-23-2009, 08:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,279
Posted By ottercottage
I'm growing my stans. in a south window in the...

I'm growing my stans. in a south window in the Pacific NW in intermediate conditions and they are thriving. I also use just sphagnum in 6"-8" plastic baskets. The slats/openings should be fairly wide...
Forum: Hybrids 12-29-2008, 12:50 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,145
Posted By ottercottage
Hi, Jennie, possibly the orchid has been...

Hi, Jennie, possibly the orchid has been overwatered in the past - that is why the leaf in bottom photo might appear a little wrinkly? Also, if the roots were mushy might be a sign. I would mostly...
Forum: Hybrids 12-20-2008, 10:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,375
Posted By ottercottage
"Orchid grows in a remote valley, its fragrance...

"Orchid grows in a remote valley, its fragrance is spontaneous, not for anyone." Got it! Very beautiful saying and meaning. (I think the other is so funny....so much for on-line translators.)
Forum: Hybrids 12-20-2008, 09:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,375
Posted By ottercottage
Edward, the babelfish translator gave me a...

Edward, the babelfish translator gave me a horrible interpretation of your signature: "The irises and orchids was born in the glen, not by nobody, but is not fragrant." ?! Can you tell me what it...
Forum: Hybrids 12-20-2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,375
Posted By ottercottage
They are first bloom for me - I ordered small...

They are first bloom for me - I ordered small mounted plant - no spikes - from Oak Hill beginning of Summer. Only two blooms this time, but very pretty and glistening. The blooms are lasting now...
Forum: Hybrids 12-20-2008, 08:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,375
Posted By ottercottage
Thank you all for your nice comments! :)

Thank you all for your nice comments! :)
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 12-20-2008, 08:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,605
Posted By ottercottage
Thank you all for your nice comments. :)

Thank you all for your nice comments. :)
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 12-20-2008, 08:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,883
Posted By ottercottage
Thank you for all the nice comments. That...

Thank you for all the nice comments. That beautiful sky a few days ago has been replaced by about 3 inches of snow so far (rare for here)! :)
Forum: Pet Depot 12-19-2008, 07:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,949
Posted By ottercottage
The older I get the harder it is to lose my fur...

The older I get the harder it is to lose my fur companions, but my life would have been so much less without all of them. Everything that is grace and love I've learned mostly from them. Be comforted...
Forum: Off Topic - Totally 12-19-2008, 07:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,551
Posted By ottercottage
We have many logging families in this part of the...

We have many logging families in this part of the world too, and I am very, very sorry for your loss.
Forum: Hybrids 12-19-2008, 06:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,375
Posted By ottercottage
Phal. equestris

Recent bloom.
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 12-19-2008, 06:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,605
Posted By ottercottage
Paph fairreanum

Recent bloom.
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 12-19-2008, 05:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,883
Posted By ottercottage
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 12-19-2008, 05:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,416
Posted By ottercottage
Thank you for your helpful comments! I have cut...

Thank you for your helpful comments! I have cut the stem and changed location.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 12-18-2008, 06:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,416
Posted By ottercottage
Question Cycnodes Wine Delight Bloom Blast

:scratchhead: My Cycnodes Wine Delight valiantly tried to bloom, but blasted two buds. At the same time it's been trying to bloom, the leaves are turning slightly yellow, which I know is natural for...
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