S/O Large Orchids Grammatophyllum Speciosum . . .

[Grandma M]

That is not exactly a windowsill orchid.

Marilyn

[taipan]

Originally Posted by Grandma M

That is not exactly a windowsill orchid.

Marilyn

No it's not, but it is a very spectacular plant when in full flower. People literally use a pick-up truck to move them ( lrge flowering plants ) around.

[peeweelovesbooks]

I was doing some research online and a member of another orchid board says that he feeds the plant with horse manure. Has anyone ever heard of this?

Thanks for all of your input.

I can't wait to get my teeny tiny orchid.

[taipan]

Originally Posted by peeweelovesbooks

I was doing some research online and a member of another orchid board says that he feeds the plant with horse manure. Has anyone ever heard of this?

Thanks for all of your input.

I can't wait to get my teeny tiny orchid.

Probably no problems but make sure it is thoroughly dried before using - cow manure may be ok as well. We cant get horse manure in BKK but cow manure is available.

[isurus79]

I have heard of the cow and horse manure thing, though Ive never used it. I have also heard that the manure can be very salty, so you have to soak it in fresh water before using. Personally, I think conventional media and fertilizers work great!

[taipan]

I have not heard that manure is salty but some people may put manure into an old stocking or "pantyhose", put it into a container of water, leave it for a few days & use the resultant " concoction" as a liquid manure. Alternatively use only a small sprinkle on the top of the compost & thoroughly water it in.

[Mahon]

I grow this species in full sun, cutting water in winter along with the other Gramm. species. I personally think an airy medium is more preferred, you'll eventually see some roots growing straight up out of the pot. Also needs good air movement. Since it's still a seedling, you have PLENTY of time to get it adjusted and figure how to grow it.

-PM

[peeweelovesbooks]

Originally Posted by Mahon

I grow this species in full sun, cutting water in winter along with the other Gramm. species. I personally think an airy medium is more preferred, you'll eventually see some roots growing straight up out of the pot. Also needs good air movement. Since it's still a seedling, you have PLENTY of time to get it adjusted and figure how to grow it.

-PM

Mahon, in what type of medium do you grow your gramm.? thanks.


Taipan and Isurus...thank you both for the tips re:horse manure. I was a little taken aback when I read this on the other board.

[1greenearth]

National Bark makes a course landscape bark that you can buy in miami at one of the Orchid supply co's. its a mixed pine and fir bark available in 1-2" and 3-6" sizes, they cost about $12-13 per 3cf. bag.

[Sharlie]

I just wrote a thread asking the same questions... didn't realize you can search...
I just got mine in a 4 in pot... ready to transplant... just nervous to do so. I definitely have some ideas of how to now....thanks!
I was reading some info online and they bloom about every 2 yrs... but one guy says he gets his to bloom every yr(it is a huge plant) and most of the yr it is in bloom. He says he uses bone meal as a spring application of fert.
Good Luck with yours.