Neofinetia falcata (Project 6b - Spring 2008)

[shakkai]

Al, That is one beautiful pot! Congratulations! I didn't see it at first, but you are very right, it is definitely an Art Deco style. Can't wait to see what you plant in it - give us a hint?!

[Bird Song Farm]

Originally Posted by shakkai

Al, That is one beautiful pot! Congratulations! I didn't see it at first, but you are very right, it is definitely an Art Deco style. Can't wait to see what you plant in it - give us a hint?!

Haven't decided for certain but am thinking of something related to the Neo's........
Will have time to play around tomorrow and see what "fits".

Al

[Bird Song Farm]

I chose to go with Ascofinetia Cherry Blossom for the Erin Pot. I think it looks rather stately!
The rose colored blossoms should compliment the blues and grays of the pot.

Now if the plant will cooperate! It's been outside all summer and doing very well.

Al

[gmdiaz]

Looking GORGEOUS!!!!!

You should sent that photo to Vic, so he can see how great it looks in its prize pot!

[shakkai]

I must agree, that looks SUPER!! And that plant is going to love being in that nice open airy pot.

I was just reading today the Orchid Digest article by Jason Fischer. In it he talks about the traditional Japanese pots and in general the role that the pots play in the overall appreciation of Neofinetia. What I got from the article - though it is not stated directly - is that the pots are an important part of being able to appreciate these plants all year long, not just when they are in flower. If the pot is nice to hold, it adds to appeal of the plant, as I think these plants are meant to be picked up and looked at closely. In my opinion, Erin pots fulfill this role completely, wonderfully and beautifully. Something that you have shown us, Al, with your beautiful combination!!

Thanks for sharing the pics! I hope you enjoy this beauty every day for a long, long time!

[Becca]

Originally Posted by shakkai

I must agree, that looks SUPER!! And that plant is going to love being in that nice open airy pot.

I was just reading today the Orchid Digest article by Jason Fischer. In it he talks about the traditional Japanese pots and in general the role that the pots play in the overall appreciation of Neofinetia. What I got from the article - though it is not stated directly - is that the pots are an important part of being able to appreciate these plants all year long, not just when they are in flower. If the pot is nice to hold, it adds to appeal of the plant, as I think these plants are meant to be picked up and looked at closely. In my opinion, Erin pots fulfill this role completely, wonderfully and beautifully. Something that you have shown us, Al, with your beautiful combination!!

Thanks for sharing the pics! I hope you enjoy this beauty every day for a long, long time!

Is there a link somewhere to this article by Jason Fischer?

Al....beautiful photo, as always!

[shakkai]

Unfortunately not, Becca... I was able to get the back issue of Orchid Digest from Jason (Orchids Limited) thanks to LinhT telling me that he still had some. OD doesn't have any more of that issue, when I inquired about it.

[Bird Song Farm]

Originally Posted by gmdiaz

Looking GORGEOUS!!!!!

You should sent that photo to Vic, so he can see how great it looks in its prize pot!

Gwen, if you have Vic's e-mail address would you PM me with it? I'd love to send him a thank you note and include the picture.

Thanks,
Al

[caseydoll]

Beautiful pot and orchid Al! You did a fantastic job pairing that orchid with the pot. It looks like it was made for it! Congratulations!

[flhiker]

Well it's been a real long time since this project plant was talked about. I'm truly excited to discover that my Neo is putting out 2 spikes. It flowered for me when I first got it but hasn't since now. I love these little guys. they smell great and look similar to ghost orchids.