Suggestions for indoor greenhouse

[Cewal]

Originally Posted by Izzie

Does that mean your orchids will be scattered around the house? That's how mine are- but the ones that need a bit more humidity stay in my room, where I have a small heater and humidifier.

My orchids are all together in one area, but during the winter the temp often drops below 60 degrees and the humidity is low. My house is very open, so it would be hard to isolate them in one room. My spare bedroom is a quilting room (and completely full).

I thought some type of indoor greenhouse - if there is such a thing - would allow me to control temperature and humidity.

Maybe I should think about scattering them around in the house. Thanks, everyone, for your suggestions.

[RJSquirrel]

orchidarium.com

I been looking and wanting one of these. Been trying to make something similar but it gets expensive real fast and I end up with nothin but scraps. A man here has/had one of the really big ones for like 500 bucks if you pick it up.

Figured it would take me 40 hours to drive and get it home.That was just too much driving. But eventually This is what I will have when times arent so tough ya know.

[Izzie]

If they're all together in one area, why not get a humidifier or heater to put near them? Depending on what kind of alliances you grow, either heat or humidity could be the priority, and you wouldn't need both.
Also- below 60 generally isn't a problem, in fact it can be beneficial for those that like winter rests, or require the temperature and light cues in order to bloom (i.e., Phals). Phals can get cranky if it gets into the 40s though, from what I hear.