Orchid Love

[Phoenix]

Hi to all!
Just signed on yesterday.

Growing up with Orchids, it was easy to take them for granted...
I have just purchased two new friends... A Phal Swan and a Taisuco Firebird. I look forward to learning and growing my relationship with these remarkable flowers.

A question to the circle: The firebird is in a 4" pot and has 2 stems. Is this ok?
Peace
Phoenix

[Bird Song Farm]

A hearty to the OB!! Real nice choices you've made! We love so please get the camera out and let us see!!

If by ''stems'' you mean two flower spikes, they are fine for a 4" pot. It's the roots you need to pay more attention to. Are they nice and green and plump?

Al

[gmdiaz]

Hello & Welcome!

Sure glad you found the best orchid forum, on the planet!

You're going to have a wonderful time and make lots of new friends. We all learn so much through sharing our experiences growing these gorgeous orchids!

Take your time to look around and read all the information here, this place is a goldmine of information. . .you're sure to find what you need to know. And if you don't, just ask!

And be sure to post pics! We love pictures.

[Phoenix]

Actually the roots of both are showing and over flowing with the Firebird. They are also pale and dried out on parts. I bought them at a grocery store and they are from "McLellan Botanicals" if that is relevant.
Peace
Phoenix

[Dorothy]

Pheonix
Glad you have joined the OB
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We can give you better advice if we see what you are referring to ..
Have fun here and Enjoy

[jctusa]

John