Old Catleyas

[Bruce Ah Sing]

Originally Posted by smweaver

That's a great-looking bloom, Bruce. I like the older cattleyas also. Even though they're frequently massive when they get to be mature, they're quite stunning when they bloom. Does this one have any scent? How long have you grown the plant?

Steve

Hello Steve,

I always admire people who make the effort to grow cattleyas in places with a climate like Indiana.
When you were one year old I obtained a Masters degree from Purdue so I am familiar with the climate in Indiana.

If you like Cats with a scent try to get something from C. Gaskelliana "alba" also used by Stewart orchids in the early 80's. I have one which flowers several times per year in Sydney and up the three times per year in Queensland and grows on several forward leads.

Regards,

Bruce Ah Sing