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Forum: Potting & Repotting 10-18-2014, 12:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,011
Posted By Pippin
Perlite is still my medium of choice for Pleiones...

Perlite is still my medium of choice for Pleiones in SH.
Forum: Vanda Alliance - Neofinetia 10-03-2011, 01:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,384
Posted By Pippin
I love the look of it.

I love the look of it.
Forum: Vanda Alliance - Neofinetia 10-02-2011, 11:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,384
Posted By Pippin
Did you do anything to get rid of the salt...

Did you do anything to get rid of the salt build-up? If it comes from the beach it must be salty.
Forum: Advanced Discussion 03-31-2010, 12:50 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,649
Posted By Pippin
I have some masdevalias and some other light...

I have some masdevalias and some other light feeders, but I don't mix weaker nutrient solution just for them. I use only inert medium for them and I keep them on the wet side to prevent the nutrient...
Forum: Advanced Discussion 03-29-2010, 11:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,649
Posted By Pippin
I use 1 g/l, that means 132 ppm nitrogen and my...

I use 1 g/l, that means 132 ppm nitrogen and my plants have no complaints about that.
Forum: Propagation 12-20-2009, 08:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,936
Posted By Pippin
I like my media on the soft side, but I never...

I like my media on the soft side, but I never tried a liquid medium.
Forum: Propagation 12-01-2009, 12:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,536
Posted By Pippin
Can we have an update. Please

Can we have an update. Please
Forum: Pests & Diseases 07-09-2008, 01:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,516
Posted By Pippin
The nature of my business involves lots of...

The nature of my business involves lots of traveling to the US. The active ingredients are licensed in Canada. So there is no problem to bring them across the border.
Forum: Pests & Diseases 07-06-2008, 09:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,516
Posted By Pippin
I used Bayer 1.47 % formula (the one for trees...

I used Bayer 1.47 % formula (the one for trees and shrubs) and Merit 75 WP. I like both.
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 06-29-2008, 04:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,501
Posted By Pippin
What about a virus test ??? :poke:

What about a virus test ??? :poke:
Forum: Propagation 06-29-2008, 04:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,864
Posted By Pippin
I use vented (3M Active bandaid). If you put...

I use vented (3M Active bandaid). If you put fewer plants in a flask and replate more often, you should be OK with the unvented.
How big are your vent holes? Mine are 1 mm covered with bandaid on...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 06-08-2008, 01:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,244
Posted By Pippin
I don't have to fight algae. I use clay pots for...

I don't have to fight algae. I use clay pots for S/H.
Forum: Scientific Matters 06-01-2008, 11:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,011
Posted By Pippin
It looks like I'll have to update my labels...

It looks like I'll have to update my labels again, if these changes will take effect.
Forum: Propagation 05-31-2008, 07:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,947
Posted By Pippin
Thank you, it makes perfect sense now.

Thank you, it makes perfect sense now.
Forum: Pests & Diseases 05-31-2008, 02:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,678
Posted By Pippin
I always use the heavy artillery for this kind of...

I always use the heavy artillery for this kind of problem. My first choice is "Merit 75 WP"-(Imidacloprid) (no smell), second choice "Orthene WP"-(Acephate) (it stinks to high heaven), third...
Forum: Propagation 05-31-2008, 02:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,947
Posted By Pippin
Why ?

Why ?
Forum: Propagation 05-30-2008, 02:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,801
Posted By Pippin
I have no experience with this medium. :( :hmm...

I have no experience with this medium. :( :hmm :scratchhead: :(
Forum: Propagation 05-30-2008, 02:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,893
Posted By Pippin
Green pod is somehow easier than dry seed, but...

Green pod is somehow easier than dry seed, but you have only one shot at one seed pod. Dry seed gives you the second (or third chance ...) if needed. If this is your first flasking, I suggest you to...
Forum: Propagation 05-30-2008, 01:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,411
Posted By Pippin
I used keiki paste with good results (not only...

I used keiki paste with good results (not only for phals).
In vitro is my first choice (almost exclusive).
And, I never tried the "dirty" method, maybe I should give it a try. Can you be more...
Forum: Propagation 05-27-2008, 12:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,985
Posted By Pippin
That's a very good idea.

That's a very good idea.
Forum: Propagation 05-25-2008, 03:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,985
Posted By Pippin
I think you made a very good decision postponing...

I think you made a very good decision postponing the seed pod. If you want some back up plants, you can go for stem prop. You'll get your plants without any stress on the plant you have.
For stem...
Forum: Propagation 05-25-2008, 02:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,985
Posted By Pippin
You can order media from Phytotech Labs, or much...

You can order media from Phytotech Labs, or much closer to you Western Orchids. Kevin Western makes really fine media for TC.
Forum: Propagation 05-23-2008, 08:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,096
Posted By Pippin
Do you live in the humid area of Texas or in the...

Do you live in the humid area of Texas or in the dry area? What media do you use? Are you growing them conventional or S/H?
I grow my cattleyas and related in S/H, using Hydroton as medium and I...
Forum: Propagation 05-23-2008, 08:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,183
Posted By Pippin
I use coffee filters with medium (usual 7-9...

I use coffee filters with medium (usual 7-9 filters in a pot). Each filter gets just one plant. I have all the advantages of a compot and none of the troubles.
Forum: Members' Displays 05-23-2008, 12:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,127
Posted By Pippin
They look great. How heavy they are and how do...

They look great. How heavy they are and how do they hold water? Try to compare with some materials, media that all of us know.
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