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Old 03-24-2011, 09:56 AM
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Very nice terrestrial orchid, small flowers, fast grower (I planted the bulb a month ago).
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very nice! I would like to try growing these some day
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A true beauty to be sure. Very subtle and delicate. AL
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Thank you. Yes, it is very delicate and small
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Yours is the pink variety. Nice.
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Gorgeous!!! How wet do you keep it? Regular potting soil????
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Thank you Tindomul! It is potted in regular potting soil, I keep it moist, not too wet. Here's a couple more photos.
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What a cutie!
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