New To Dendrobiums

[wilbeck]

Hello All,

I recently obtained my first Dendrobium, A D. spectabile, which appears to be in good condition with the longest cane about 20in. It needs to be repotted because it falls over. I may just put it in a small 4in. terracotta orchid pot with the (scant) mix that came with it.

Is this species a "hardcand" Dendrobium?

I read Tony Watkinson's article on growing hardcanes--ie. lots of sun, but not too much, occasional water, but not to much, maybe a little fertilizer. Does that sound about right? Thanks for any information.

Wilson

[justatypn]

Would love to add this to my collection, size is my limitations, an awesome bloom, it likes to stay warm all year around and as many dends love a rest period in the winter these guys need none. But if your winters are cooler than the 60 degrees, less water is advised with fewer intervals. Here is AOS's cultural sheet, hope it helps..

http://www.aos.org/aos/uploadedfiles...redendrobe.pdf

[Dorothy]

Wil!
Please post us in the Introduction Forum - Break the Ice as we would love to hear more about your collection and yourself as well!
You will find many orchid lovers here to be the best people! and OB a rich source of information!

[wilbeck]

Originally Posted by Dorothy

Wil!
Please post us in the Introduction Forum - Break the Ice as we would love to hear more about your collection and yourself as well!
You will find many orchid lovers here to be the best people! and OB a rich source of information!

I'll post a 'hello' right away. Thanks.