Cattleya Mystery Bloom

[Junebug]

I haven't sprayed her with anything. The cultural care has remained unchanged with the exception of being moved to a more sheltered location. She still receives adequate sunlight, but now has the porch roof protecting her from repeated episodes of rain. There is some good news. The bloom is fully open and has intensified in color just a bit and she's putting forth her intoxicating perfume. She has 3 fresh sheaths on this year's growth that are not yet exhibiting bud formation. I've included yesterday's photo update. Hubbie has the camera on job sites today.

[Junebug]

Originally Posted by Junebug

I haven't sprayed her with anything. The cultural care has remained unchanged with the exception of being moved to a more sheltered location. She still receives adequate sunlight, but now has the porch roof protecting her from repeated episodes of rain. There is some good news. The bloom is fully open and has intensified in color just a bit and she's putting forth her intoxicating perfume. She has 3 fresh sheaths on this year's growth that are not yet exhibiting bud formation. I've included yesterday's photo update. Hubbie has the camera on job sites today.

Hubbie came home with the camera this a.m. so I took some fresh photos. Here's what she's doing today. I wish I could provide a scratch and sniff. She smells glorious.