Habenaria radiata

[fishmom]

Updating this to say that Kusamono Gardens
is having their pre-order sale, including Habenaria radiata. Just in case anyone is interested .

[estación seca]

Are you growing it in your window, or do you put it outside for part of the year? <twitch> <twitch> <twitch>

[orchidsarefun]

Originally Posted by fishmom

Updating this to say that Kusamono Gardens
is having their pre-order sale, including Habenaria radiata. Just in case anyone is interested .

Thanks ! I placed my order.

[estación seca]

I couldn't stop myself. I did it.

[fishmom]

Originally Posted by estación seca

Are you growing it in your window, or do you put it outside for part of the year? <twitch> <twitch> <twitch>

Wow, late reply. Sorry, it's been busy here.

Mine grew on my windowsill, and I kept the container in a water-filled saucer most of the time, trying to duplicate a "bog plant" environment. I was afraid that it would dry out if I left it outside for long, as I might forget to check the moisture often enough. I do think that the natural wind would give a stronger stem, though.

[estación seca]

What soil mix did you use?

[fishmom]

I had a bag of cactus/succulent mix, so I used some of that with a little sphag mixed in. Sorry to be so vague, I didn't measure--probably a mistake, as I think of it now, since I won't be able to duplicate it.

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I have to say, I'm pleased to hear about others trying these beautiful and interesting species. We're going to start an Egret Craze!