Phrag. besseae & Phrag. Schroderae

[daemondamian]

I just got my first ever two phrags at an auction I went to on the weekend: P. besseae `HighEnergy` x `Tangello` and P. Schroderae.

My vague impression up til now has been Phrags are similar to Paphs but like to be kept wet?

Three pages I found with google on besseae:
Phrag besseae culture - growing tips
Phragmipedium Orchid Care - Carter and Holmes Orchids Culture
Phragmipedium besseae
indicate it requires constant moisture, even sitting in water?

There didn't seem to be much information about Schroderae other than it is a primary hybrid?

Would semi-hydro possibly be a good way to go with these two?

The first two photos are the besseae, the other one with multiple growths is the Schroderae. I got them for AUS $10.00 each!