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11-16-2013, 03:41 PM
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Oooooh nice! Jealous!
You are right! Some people have admitted they are literally taking over their homes, even their LIVES!
So THIS is why they're the most successful plant family!
Orchids 1 - 0 Humans
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The plant wasn't for sale - but I asked *really* nicely and they said yes! I'm excited about it. The tag says it was brought in from Ecuador... but not sure of the story beyond that. I think it hasn't had much attention and water - I want to see if I can get it to REALLY grow. |
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11-15-2013, 03:06 PM
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Gaaaa! Less than an hour after writing that perfecter than thou post above, I was out buying a new baggie orchid at Lowes! A BLC Copper Queen which is a kind of burnt orange color. Had to have it. The leaves were so perfect! I had money!
I wish our Lowes would carry oncidiums! Please Lowes!
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Y'all are sick, that's all I have to say 
The Psych major in me wonders if this orchid-buying compulsion is an effort to fill some kind of void in one's life? The new plant brings a rush of good feelings that quickly fade, resulting in the need to get another one?
Yes we are and the only known cure is to get 2 more plants in the morning  And some shelves , then a bag of potting bark, Which reminds me I need some fertilizer....... 
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Lady Soren this is how it starts. One thing leads to another...Now your hooked....Go and get 2 plants you'll feel better in the morning.... Happy Growing JamesL |
Do orchids lead to stronger plants?
I just know I will end up on the street with a shopping cart filled with ... orchids ... sleeping in the gutter.
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11-15-2013, 03:37 PM
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I just know I will end up on the street with a shopping cart filled with ... orchids ... sleeping in the gutter.
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The imagery of this cracks me up. |
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11-15-2013, 03:39 PM
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The imagery of this cracks me up.
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Glad I not the only one! |
11-15-2013, 03:48 PM
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New Mexico or Michigan in the winter with a shopping cart full of orchids ? liza dolittle is that you..
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11-15-2013, 04:29 PM
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If I ever get to the point the plants are on the bed, in the bathroom, fridge, pantry and blocking all exits...Then I'll stop buying
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11-15-2013, 04:30 PM
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If I ever get to the point the plants are on the bed, in the bathroom, fridge, pantry and blocking all exits...Then I'll stop buying
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with my gramm wallissii this is quite possible...for one exit... |
11-15-2013, 06:25 PM
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I was about to say that I don't have any duplicates in my collection yet... then I realized that was a lie. LOL!
I do have 2 oncidium sharry baby. Love this one. I would fill my house with it if I could grow it in every room.
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11-15-2013, 07:19 PM
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I was about to say that I don't have any duplicates in my collection yet... then I realized that was a lie. LOL!
I do have 2 oncidium sharry baby. Love this one. I would fill my house with it if I could grow it in every room.
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I have lots and lots of repeats....of course they are all flask babies mostly..... |
11-15-2013, 06:37 PM
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It's a terrible addiction! I think the plants use us in a symbiotic relationship. We care for them and we get enjoyment in return.
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