Miniature Orchids in Terrarium - Orchid Board

Blondie · #1 (**permalink**) 07-14-2007, 04:30 PM

Today I went to Oak Hill Gardens and bought some mini orchids. They are so cute and sweet (for now). Ha!

Here are some pictures.

Hanging from air holes in top is Oncidium pusillum.

Back left on bark is a Ghost Orchid (which will probably be too big for the case eventually, right?).

Front left is Howeara Lava Burst 'Puanani' AM/AOS.

Front right is Haraella retrocalla.

Back right with one open flower is Sterochilus hirtus.

I put some river rock in the bottom of the case with a little bit of water. The water is NOT touching the bottom of the orchids in any way. Any other suggestions for keeping these babies alive? They will get Eastern light by the window, but I was told not to make it direct light.

Ross · #2 (**permalink**) 07-14-2007, 05:03 PM

Looks good to me. My only suggestion is to get some sort of ventilation in there. The high humidity without air movement will result in mold, big-time.

Blondie · #3 (**permalink**) 07-14-2007, 06:02 PM

There are some small holes on the sides at the top. Would it help to place a small fan where it will blow into the holes?

Ross · #4 (**permalink**) 07-14-2007, 06:43 PM

Maybe. I would want something like air movement that makes the orchids move about, but not sure how to do that in a tank that small. Maybe someone else has a thought?

cupcake · #5 (**permalink**) 07-14-2007, 07:42 PM

PS that window is just heavenly! Very art deco! I approve! Judi

cb977 · #6 (**permalink**) 07-14-2007, 08:08 PM

They look great. I know some people use small computer fans for their vivs. Take a look in our Terrarium forum for some ideas:
http://www.orchidboard.com/community...ium-gardening/

Blondie · #7 (**permalink**) 07-14-2007, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by cupcake

PS that window is just heavenly! Very art deco! I approve! Judi

I know! It's actually quite large, and would you believe--I got it at TJ Maxx for $7. Insane. I'm so happy because they are usually super expensive.

I'm going to go put a picture of the holes in the top in the terrarium forum to get some more air movement ideas. Thank you all for reminding me of this essential part of the new little set-up!

eweltgroth · #8 (**permalink**) 09-12-2007, 12:44 PM

I have a Wardian Case similar to what you have. It has a decorative opening high on both sides of the gable. I want to get a fan to produce air circulation, but I am not sure what type to get and I am a bit leery of getting a computer fan when I really don't know how to set it up [wire it to work,etc.]

Tindomul · #9 (**permalink**) 09-12-2007, 12:50 PM

A small computer fan would fit easily and should do the trick.
Look up Coralife Aqualite Cooling Fan Kit.
They come in small sizes.

gmdiaz · #10 (**permalink**) 09-12-2007, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Tindomul1of9

A small computer fan would fit easily and should do the trick.
Look up Coralife Aqualite Cooling Fan Kit.
They come in small sizes.

AND there is no wiring for you to do. . .you just plug it into a regular wall socket! You've got have a fan in there.

LOVE your plant selection and your terrarium is great! That was some excellent shopping on your part!