Aloha from the Montana Rockies.

[Tall Trees]

Thought I might sign up here. Been raising orchids off & on for over 30 years. Just kinda got back into it with a new 12x16 greenhouse. Its an addiction i can't shake. A tropical bubble in Montana.

[Afid]

Welcome! It's good to see another Montana orchid grower on the forums!

[WaterWitchin]

Tall Trees!

I'll admit I did a double-take when I read "Aloha from Montana!" I would imagine with a greenhouse like that, you WOULD feel like you're in the tropics. Bet that's a real bugger to keep heated in the winter!

[DeaC]

Originally Posted by WaterWitchin

Tall Trees!

I'll admit I did a double-take when I read "Aloha from Montana!" I would imagine with a greenhouse like that, you WOULD feel like you're in the tropics. Bet that's a real bugger to keep heated in the winter!

AMEN!

[WaterWitchin]

LOL... thanks DeaC! I was hoping not to be alone in that thought.

[estación seca]

Welcome to the Orchid Board!

[Tall Trees]

Originally Posted by WaterWitchin

Tall Trees!

I'll admit I did a double-take when I read "Aloha from Montana!" I would imagine with a greenhouse like that, you WOULD feel like you're in the tropics. Bet that's a real bugger to keep heated in the winter!

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Yea, last winter was pretty mild but this year's fixn to be cold again.
I try to keep the low around °55-°60 since I have a few warm aroids. Heat pads come in handy.
So far the hot sunny late summers are more challenging. It gets hot under glass. Open up the windows and vents then humidity drops down and gotta mist most of the afternoon.
Winters are more dependent on the price of propane and the power not going out.
Biggest issue by far is the greenhouse is just too small

[Dollythehun]

I've experienced those propane bills! Welcome and I love your avatar.

[Leafmite]

Hello and welcome!