New member from Illinois

[RandiRae]

Hi - I'm a new member here. I've been trying to grow (aka keep alive) many orchids. My sources range from Home Depot to ebay. I've been taking notes as I go along (usually reporting them DEAD).

I just broke down and bought a 75 gallon aquarium with canopy, 6 - 2ft lights, timer, fan, etc..(thank you tax return!). I'm hoping a new plant environment will bring a fresh start and better luck. I currently have about 8 plants (phal's, mini catts, & paph).

I've told myself if I can get these plants to thrive and bloom for me...i'm gonna invest in plants i've been googling over for years but afraid of killing.

I'm in this to suceed, so any advice is appreciated!

* sorry for the long hello...

[tuvoc]

Nothing wrong with long hellos, so I'll say HHHHHHHHHHHHEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLO to you. Jump right in, and have fun.

Kim

[Ross]

Glad to have you here Randi. Have you read the posts in the terrarium section? Lots of us grow in tanks so we may be able to offer advice (for what it's worth). Ask away.

[snow]

hi and welcome
my greatest advise is to be very observant and have lots of patience

[charmbutterfly]

Hi and welcome!!

You've come to the right place for lots of info. Feel free to jump right on in!!

[Stasisgate]

Hey dudette,

glad you joined! This is teh best place for getting and sharing info on orchids...at least that's my experience. So welcome aboard.

[justatypn]

Aboard Randiray great that you have joined the OB neighborhood. A fun place to be and learn so so much. Don't hesitate to ask away and chime in.

Members here at the OB love s ... the OB has gallery where you can share your s with other members.

Glad your here