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Old 06-04-2015, 11:48 PM
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Hello, my name is Rosie and I am from Barbados. I love orchids and I am very interested in cultivating them. Any ideas for a beginner would be welcome.
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Old 06-05-2015, 07:09 AM
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Old 06-05-2015, 11:27 AM
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Welcome to Orchid board. Most people start with phalaenopsis orchids because they are sold so many places and the flowers last a long time. Do you have any orchids now? If you do, I would read everything you can about the type you have or are interested in.
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Hello and welcome to the board. There is lots of information on here.
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Old 06-05-2015, 01:22 PM
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Welcome to OB! Glad to have you with us!

I started with Phalaenopsis orchids, but I don't always think that they are the easiest. I also like Maxillarias and Oncidiums. Actually, at this point I have quite a mix.

If you would like ideas about different orchids, just let folks know what kind of light, temp, and humidity you have and where you plan to grow them. I am sure many will chime in with suggestions of their favorites.

Be forewarned!!!! Orchids can be very addictive!!
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Old 06-06-2015, 10:24 AM
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Phalenopsis, Oncidiums, Phal Dendrobiums , Vandas would fare well in the climate. You'll have the added bonus of being able to grow outside all year round.
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Welcome Rosie! I also didn't find phalaenopsis easy at the beginning. Try various orchids and you'll see which ones are best for you - more the merrier!
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Hi, Rosie, and welcome. I visited Barbados many years ago. It is beautiful, and the people are so friendly.

There are a lot of orchids native to the Caribbean islands. Start with those and branch out from there. Look up Tolumnia species and hybrids. (These used to be known as equitant Oncidiums.)
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Hi rosie
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My first orchid was dendrobium phalaenopsis
Phalaenopsis was not a good start for me



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