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Old 06-20-2009, 03:21 PM
Ranchnanny Ranchnanny is offline
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Default More moss for Mounted Catts?

Hi everyone I have 5 mounted Catts that have been mounted about 1.5 years. Most of the original moss has disappeared my question is should I add more moss on top of the roots or not?
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Sheridan

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Old 06-20-2009, 03:55 PM
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I have this same thing happening. I'm not going to add any moss to mine. I think originally the moss helped the plant and protected it until it got situated and started to attach itself to the mount.
I think (only my opinion) that they truly like hanging out in the breeze like o'natural. As long as they have a good flow of air, good humidity, and are fertilized, I'm leaving mine alone. I think it looks soooo cool.
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Old 06-20-2009, 07:23 PM
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Mine do look a bit pale and they dry out so fast. I drench them every other day or so and they are sending up new growth. I can't wait for them to bloom.

I will leave then alone and continue with my present watering.

Thanks - Sheridan
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Old 06-21-2009, 11:03 AM
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Just be sure to fertilize more often than those in a pot.
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Old 06-21-2009, 12:20 PM
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As Kiki said, the Cats can do just fine with dry roots. They have plenty of water storage in the pseudobulbs to get them between waterings. I wouldn't add more moss as there is a danger in rotting the newest roots (they are used to being dry.)
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Old 06-21-2009, 12:36 PM
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Thanks Kiki and Ross

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