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Forum: Hybrids 07-18-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,383
Posted By magicatt
I have started a collection of mini noids. So...

I have started a collection of mini noids. So far I have 5 different ones. I think I am hooked. Yours is lovely. I would have bought it too. Happy Birthday!
Forum: Orchid Lounge 01-16-2014, 10:15 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 45,252
Posted By magicatt
Miltoniosis Renee Komoda and Oncidium twinke...

Miltoniosis Renee Komoda and Oncidium twinke 'pink profusion'

I will be adding to that in about two weeks when I get paid. Seems like there is always something creeping into my collection.
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Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 01-15-2014, 09:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,267
Posted By magicatt
Well, you are doing something right for it to...

Well, you are doing something right for it to bloom. Well done!
Forum: Hybrids 01-14-2014, 06:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,955
Posted By magicatt
It looks so waxy and long lasting. In the...

It looks so waxy and long lasting. In the picture the tippy tips look orange. It really is such a pretty flower. I hope it lasts a good long time for you.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-14-2014, 06:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,298
Posted By magicatt
I don't know, I can't see the crown very good. ...

I don't know, I can't see the crown very good. If it is, personally, I'd just toss the plant and buy a new one.

When you water, make sure that no water is left standing in the crevices between...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-13-2014, 07:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,298
Posted By magicatt
Your pot is clear so that is good. When the...

Your pot is clear so that is good. When the roots go from green to silver/grey its time to water again. Drench it till the roots go green again.

I wish I had a better view of the crown of the...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-13-2014, 09:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,078
Posted By magicatt
I see room for at least 8 more there. You could...

I see room for at least 8 more there. You could put two rows on each shelf. Cram them in there. That's what I do.

Unless you just want to keep things tidy...but who would want to do that?...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-12-2014, 05:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 800
Posted By magicatt
Agree with the above. Drench them thoroughly...

Agree with the above. Drench them thoroughly with water till it runs through the bottom of the pot for a minute, then bag them up and see what happens after a couple of days.
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 01-12-2014, 09:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 767
Posted By magicatt
How thrilling! Please post a picture of the...

How thrilling! Please post a picture of the blooms. I've never heard of this orchid before.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-12-2014, 09:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,074
Posted By magicatt
Congratulations! Your plant likes you. I just...

Congratulations! Your plant likes you. I just love finding a spike. Its like getting a little love in return.
Forum: Potting & Repotting 01-11-2014, 04:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,164
Posted By magicatt
Agree with the above. Also just want to...

Agree with the above. Also just want to encourage you that even though it IS shriveled, it is green and green is good. You have hope. Don't give up. When it finally blooms for you, do a victory...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-11-2014, 04:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 586
Posted By magicatt
If all else has failed you, you could take...

If all else has failed you, you could take chicken bones and wave them over the orchids whilst turning in circles counterclockwise.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-11-2014, 04:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,572
Posted By magicatt
It is pointing straight up so that makes it look...

It is pointing straight up so that makes it look like a spike, However, it is very fat looking so that makes it look like a root. I'm going to say fat spike since it is pointing skyward. At least...
Forum: Hybrids 01-10-2014, 08:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,667
Posted By magicatt
Wow! Now that is a spike! Great growing!

Wow! Now that is a spike! Great growing!
Forum: Hybrids 01-08-2014, 04:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,204
Posted By magicatt
How pretty!

How pretty!
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-08-2014, 08:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,635
Posted By magicatt
I see your phal is in a clear pot. Take the pot...

I see your phal is in a clear pot. Take the pot out of the cache pot. If the roots are silver/grey your phal is thirsty. Take it to the sink and drench the pot with tepid (not hot) water till it...
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 01-05-2014, 08:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,918
Posted By magicatt
Mine is just sitting there with empty sheaths,...

Mine is just sitting there with empty sheaths, about five altogether. I guess it will bloom when it is darn good and ready.

As I recall mine were longish. Its been a while. Good growing to get...
Forum: Orchids in Bloom 01-05-2014, 08:43 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,895
Posted By magicatt
Those are very beautiful blooms. So delicate and...

Those are very beautiful blooms. So delicate and lovely against the bitter snows outside. Well done!
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-02-2014, 04:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,423
Posted By magicatt
I had a phal kei kei once and there wasn't any...

I had a phal kei kei once and there wasn't any distress that I could find, roots and leaves ok. So maybe your phal is just happy. Tip it out of its pot and have a good look at the roots. They...
Forum: Off Topic - Totally 01-01-2014, 06:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 660
Posted By magicatt
Well today is the first of 2014 so happy new year...

Well today is the first of 2014 so happy new year to everyone. I hope this year brings many blooms and many new orchids to all!
Forum: Windowsill Growing 01-01-2014, 06:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,068
Posted By magicatt
If your leaves are burning, then like the others...

If your leaves are burning, then like the others said, a sheer curtain or a lace with holes in it would offer some protection.

Phals in the wild grow on trees under the canopy of leave so would...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 01-01-2014, 05:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,221
Posted By magicatt
Yeah, temperature differential could be it. I...

Yeah, temperature differential could be it. I have 6 phals in semi/hydro. This year no spikes. I think because I have electric baseboard heat and no temp drop at night could be the cause. I am...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-01-2014, 05:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 792
Posted By magicatt
I would just like to add, if your pot is clear,...

I would just like to add, if your pot is clear, look at the roots, if they are wet they will be green so don't water. If they look silver/grey, that means they are dry so drench them good and wait...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-01-2014, 11:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,424
Posted By magicatt
Wow! Those are beautiful planters. I can see...

Wow! Those are beautiful planters. I can see why people bring them in for the new year.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 12-31-2013, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,444
Posted By magicatt
My secret for phals is if it is in a clear pot...

My secret for phals is if it is in a clear pot look at the roots. If they are green, they are damp and do not need water. If they are silver/grey they are dry and ready for a drink. I haven't...
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