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Originally Posted by VickiC
Hi again!
I am impressed and admire your dedication and desire to become more serious about your orchid selections. As I could see from viewing your gallery, you have very pretty ones.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such helpful info...and very indepth, as well. You have inspired me to try to be more selective about my purchases, also. Unfortunately, there are absolutely no orchid nurserys in our area (for many miles, in fact), so although I know that big-box stores do not sell quality orchids, it's not been easy for me to pass them up since we have nowhere else to choose from. I should say, though, I have gotten some pretty and healthy- seeming noids...but I'm learning more and more that they may be carrying hidden problems with them (creatures, diseased, and poss. virused), so your point is well taken. I try to buy from reputable online vendors, but I'm one of those "I want it and I want it NOW" kind of people.  I know that's not a good trait, but orchids are certainly helping me overcome my character flaw (I have no choice) Patience, patience, patience. I need more of that.
After reading your replies, I am giving viruses and testing more thought than I have in the past. I also see the importance of keeping a 'clean' collection more than I did.
Thank you again for your help....good food for thought.
Vicki |
Vicki,
Anytime <3
I will tell you that most of the plants I am interested in now are not the typical "in nursery" plants that you walk in and see around.
I get them by calling around or emailing orchid nurseries. Checking out websites is a great resource for me as well. Finally, I try to go to about 2-3 shows a year for which I have to travel about 2-4hrs.
I have encountered wonderful friendly people who are willing to help you find the plants you are interested in.
It also helps to read up about the plants and I am having great fun with all of it!
I found a new species of orchid just yesterday call an "Orchid Widower"; I briefly had dinner with him before I went to tend to my plants
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