In Flower - Paphiopedilum henryanum, Zygopetalum, Prostechea cochleata, Epipactis pal

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Originally Posted by Lagoon

Hi Rachel,

I'm with you on that one. Also once you figure out how to bloom them, they should infact bloom a number of times per year.

Some would consider these everbloomers
You just have to bring a number of bulbs to maturity.
Once these begin to bloom the growth is also faster.

I love this orchid, Had mine for about 10 years now. It was 1 of the first orchids I ever brought. Just always loved this orchid, Its likey to always be seen on my shelf

Enjoy all you're blooms

That is so encouraging to hear, Gloria. I hope mine is a constant bloomer.
This little fellow was bought as a baby plant. I think the ones that grow up with you feel more special.

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Originally Posted by cbuchman

Like Gloria, this was one of my first orchids. The tag is so old it actually calls it an Epi! Mine is also almost an ever bloomer, it is out of bloom about 2-3 months of the year and then starts up again. Right now it has 7 spikes,a couple of which appear to be branching) with about 5-8 blooms per spike at all times. It's a great conversation piece too!

It has been forgiving when re-potted since it has such mature growth. I do try to report when there are new growths but that is also when it is in flower. I haven't lost flower or growths on a repot yet

My biggest problem is scale. I am just diligent and pick the little critters off by hand or with a q-tip in alcohol, but they do seem to persist.

7 Spikes! That is wonderful!