I was a newbie, and spent a lot of hours looking and talking to many folks on this board. I bought a house and abandoned pretty much everything---
This winter however, I had pretty stable conditions at home and started collecting and growing again. I'm older and wiser, and have a bit more money...*LOL*
I like mostly fragrant orchids that can tolerate cooler/Maryland temps. I'm a fan of mottled leaves, like on Phap--- although they scare me...but I bought my first one this year at my local NOS auction/fundraiser!
I also like compact/mini/micro orchids.
Well,
: again!