What's Happening' to my Dendro

[Roberta]

Originally Posted by charlesf6

Could the sunlight in this window have become too strong now that we're here in February in NY? I notice a purplish tinge to my Cattleya also.

If the light is suddenly getting stronger as the angle becomes higher, you might consider a sheer curtain to take the edge off the light a little, or move them a bit away from the window. If the light increases gradually, the plants adjust and certainly benefit from it. Sudden increase can toast leaves... I find right around mid March is the most dangerous - suddenly the sun clears the house or surrounding buildings, so plants suddenly are thrust from winter shade into bright sun. Something to watch, each location is unique.

[Dollythehun]

Originally Posted by charlesf6

Could the sunlight in this window have become too strong now that we're here in February in NY? I notice a purplish tinge to my Cattleya also.

I place 2 Catts and 2 Dendros each a.m. into this south window before leaving for work, they sit there all day along with 3 hanging Vandas ( I know quite a crowd ).

If I am correct, coming into Spring, Feb- March, the sun will be dramatically brighter in that window. A sheer curtain would help.

I noticed today my sun room was actually hot! The plant leaves were hot because someone had turned the fan down. So, a curtain and a fan.... Will help immensely.

[charlesf6]

There is a sheer curtain that I keep pulled back for the hanging Vandas.
I wonder if they would mind me keeping it closed?

[Roberta]

If the light is increasing strongly and rapidly, the Vandas would also probably benefit from a gentler transition.

[estación seca]

Originally Posted by Dollythehun

I noticed today my sun room was actually hot! The plant leaves were hot because someone had turned the fan down....

Someone needs a talkin' to.

[Dollythehun]

Originally Posted by estación seca

Someone needs a talkin' to.

Yes, Sir...No one owns up to it though. It had to be Dolly.