scale on my orchids--I want them GONE!

[catherinecarney]

Hi all--

OK, just brought the orchids in last week after summering on the porch. Checked them today (counting spikes and new roots, lol--I really need to get out more) and found scale on one of my mini-catts.

So, to cut to the chase, I want these sap-sucking parasites GONE ASAP! I've searched through old threads for info and have some ideas, but would like to hear from anyone who has favorite scalicides for their orchids.

My collection consists of catts, encyclias (cordigera based hybrids), Den. kingianum and aggregatum and phal no-ID, B. nodosa, onc hybrids (Sharry Baby and a Beallara), Maxillaria tenuifolia, Aerangis citrata, and assorted phals. Any differences in treatment based on different genera?

Thanks in advance!

Catherine