Recent content by robertl

thanks, We are having a hot summer here in Ga. As for spider mites, not sure how to tell. Are they resistant to orthene? It is possible that the soil temps are approaching 90+ degrees during the day. The only way I see to correct that would be to position on the deck for fewer sunlight hrs...

I have had a VFT bogg on the deck doing fine over the past few years. I have noticed that the plants are now stressed. Seems that some are browning early, others in a partially closed state. I also notice a reddish color around the triggers on the traps. I do treat for aphids every 3 weeks or so...

Currently I am using a R/O filter for my CP collection. My collection grows with every season. Our household is now on well water with a high iron content. I'm sure this put much additional strain on the R/O filter Anyone out there have a better system for a pretty good size collection...

WOW Merlin! That paph is gorgeous! I WILL have one soon! LOL Joann

Merlin, welcome to the forum......your paph is lovely! Please post more pictures! Rob and Joann

Suzanne, your new additions are spectacular! I love the bronze meteor! There's nothing like getting new orchids IN BLOOM! Are the phrag flowers still holding up in the water bowl?

Suzanne, Well, since I just recently started my collection, I have obtained a purple Dendrobium which has been in bloom for over a month. I have a pink and white spotted phal which has neat coloring. These I got at Lowes. I had a great selection to chose from. Today I received my 1st epiphyte...

Suzanne, That is a really cool looking orchid. Since you've gotten me hooked on e-bay, I'm waiting for several small ones. I have to find a good greenhouse source near home. By the way, are you taking good care of my phrag? LOL

Suzanne, Your phrag is so beautiful I find myself going back to your post just to look at the picture! Ive started my quest for a phrag! Hopefully soon it will be Merry Xmas to me!

It sure is a beauty! Enjoy it! (and Merry Christmas LOL)

Hi all, I found this web site while reading an article about Orchids in the Feb 19th issue of Womans Day. Is anyone familiar with it? <a href="http://www.orchidmall.com/ I'm" target="_blank">http://www.orchidmall.com/ I'm</a> going to check out e-bay and see what is offered there. Have a good...

Thanks for all of your great advice. I'm on my way to buy a paphiopedilum! I Can't wait to see how this all goes............

Hi, It is a dendrobium. I bought it at Lowes so of coarse, no one really knew what to say about its proper care...... It has beautiful deep purple flowers (3) on one long shoot and 2 smaller shoots on each side of the larger one. Does it need to stay in a southern or eastern window? I've been...

I just bought my 1st Orchid. Boy, is it beautiful. I'd like any care information anyone can give me. I understand they like the same environment as most carniverous plants. Thank you in advance for your replies!

Well I just happened to give my VFT's a glance today to see if their transition out of dormancy was going well. LOW AND BEHOLD I saw a fly trying to get it's head out of a newly delevoped trap:o Looks like the 2002 growing season is off to a good start.