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Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-04-2009, 10:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,502
Posted By Chiral224
Just the media is misted. The roots are growing...

Just the media is misted. The roots are growing like mad on most of them. They do sit on humidity trays. They are in a big east window. I wouldnt have thought it would be too much for them...oddly my...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-04-2009, 10:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,502
Posted By Chiral224
The two I'm worried about were Dec 08, my catts I...

The two I'm worried about were Dec 08, my catts I changed when I got them, so about 2-3 weeks ago.
Watering has been weather dependent these days. I check everyday to see because its been so hot....
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-04-2009, 06:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,502
Posted By Chiral224
white stuff on bark and yellow leaves!!

Hi, I have a couple of 'chids with what looks like mineral deposits on the surface of the media. I've had these guys for a couple weeks and havent used any fertilizer on them, just a bit of...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 07-03-2009, 11:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,512
Posted By Chiral224
No, I dont think its that dry but it has been...

No, I dont think its that dry but it has been hot. I didnt water because the water level wasnt dropping. But, hearing I should water more often then I will do that and see how she goes :)
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 07-02-2009, 10:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,512
Posted By Chiral224
I went and really looked at the leaves, they...

I went and really looked at the leaves, they arent really pitted just really soft an d limp. No, I never mist the leaves, just the LECA. Do you think my problem is just that its not wet enough??? ...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 07-02-2009, 06:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,512
Posted By Chiral224
Hi Ray, I was sure I cleaned the LECA well....

Hi Ray,

I was sure I cleaned the LECA well. It soaked for 3 days and I rinsed and changed the water several times each day. It soaked in superthrive (couldnt find KLN) and when I transferred it...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-02-2009, 01:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,025
Posted By Chiral224
I've tried them and others...problem is, they...

I've tried them and others...problem is, they wont ship to canada. I'll keep looking though :)
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-01-2009, 08:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,025
Posted By Chiral224
Thanks! Nice to know they are all unpredictable...

Thanks! Nice to know they are all unpredictable :)

I was thinking the same thing on the show home orchids. Its sad really.

I've had pretty good luck with phals in sphag as long as I am really...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-01-2009, 03:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,025
Posted By Chiral224
general phal questions

Hi all,

Ok these are some silly q's, but bear with me :)

I have a beautiful phal that is doing very well in sphag. It still has its blooms and is throwing roots and leaves out like crazy!! I'm...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 07-01-2009, 03:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,512
Posted By Chiral224
phal not doing well in s/h

Hi,

I've recently switched a phal over to s/h. It had good strong roots and a new spike starting and new leaf growth. I thought this would be a good time to switch, but I probably should have...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-20-2009, 02:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Chiral224
They are next on my list!! :)

They are next on my list!! :)
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-19-2009, 07:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Chiral224
No, too far away for any personal shopping sadly...

No, too far away for any personal shopping sadly enough....
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-18-2009, 10:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Chiral224
See, I didnt think the prices were that bad. Less...

See, I didnt think the prices were that bad. Less than most at Paramount Orchids. I was looking at a couple of Catts, seedling size for 15$. You pay between 10-15 at Clouds as well. Maybe your...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-18-2009, 08:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Chiral224
if you do keep me posted! I may try out one too...

if you do keep me posted! I may try out one too ...just to see ;)
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-18-2009, 01:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Chiral224
Anyone bought online from...

Just wondering if anyone has tried Home - Orchids In Our Tropics (http://www.orchidsinourtropics.com/home.html) ?

thanks! :waving
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-17-2009, 08:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,410
Posted By Chiral224
Haha! Awe whats a better prezzie than an orchid!?...

Haha! Awe whats a better prezzie than an orchid!? :biggrin:
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 06-17-2009, 12:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,471
Posted By Chiral224
Huh...I did read a thread someplace that it was...

Huh...I did read a thread someplace that it was available in europe..maybe it was old or somethin :shock:
Ok, Im curious and dont mean to offend..but I mean, it sounds like a great product and...
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 06-16-2009, 07:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,449
Posted By Chiral224
That is amazing! I live in a thriving metropolis...

That is amazing! I live in a thriving metropolis and I cant find anything but mediocre phals...occasionally I am surpised by a nice one :) but never any other species...sigh...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 06-16-2009, 06:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,471
Posted By Chiral224
I saw a website from Kentucky that has it, and...

I saw a website from Kentucky that has it, and they use it in Europe...so there's gotta be others! With the cost of shipping, taxes, duties, customs fees its just not cost efficient, but something...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 06-16-2009, 06:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,471
Posted By Chiral224
Canadian Prime agra vendors?

I was thinking of switching over to S/H but am having problems locating a canadian distributer of prime agra.

Anyone know of anyone? No offense to Ray....but saves border hassles :)
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-16-2009, 05:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,282
Posted By Chiral224
Do you happen to know any one in BC that sells NZ...

Do you happen to know any one in BC that sells NZ moss? although...i was thinking of going S/H...kinda scary to switch....
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-16-2009, 05:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,410
Posted By Chiral224
Yes! do! :) :)

Yes! do! :) :)
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 06-16-2009, 05:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,449
Posted By Chiral224
Actually, I'd love an answer to this too. I have...

Actually, I'd love an answer to this too. I have one main stem that has lost its flowers and I'm feeling the urge to cut it...but should I/we?
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-16-2009, 04:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,282
Posted By Chiral224
chilean sphagnum moss?

Is this as good as NZ moss??

thxs
Forum: Hybrids 06-16-2009, 02:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,511
Posted By Chiral224
I just have to comment on the sphagnum moss....I...

I just have to comment on the sphagnum moss....I have a beautiful phal that is absolutely thriving in its moss. The trick is to not overwater..took me a while to learn that one! :)
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