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Forum: Orchids in the Wild 10-25-2012, 11:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,114
Posted By dkchristi
Blair Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

July 10, 2007, I spent my birthday in awe of the "Super Ghost" at Corkscrew Swamp that inspired my novel, Ghost Orchid, praised by NPR Reviews for the beauty of the Everglades that shines through on...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-05-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,755
Posted By dkchristi
A local orchid place in Fort Myers, Fl had about...

A local orchid place in Fort Myers, Fl had about 30 itty bitty roots on itty bitty pieces of bark for $30 each (no shipping - for sale in store). They bought them for a special sale from Oak Hill. ...
Forum: Growing on Mounts 11-08-2011, 09:45 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,203
Posted By dkchristi
I don't know where they were purchased but...

I don't know where they were purchased but little, tiny ghost orchid roots may be ordered from Oak Hill Nursury. Sundance Orchids in Ft. Myers, Fl orders a bunch from Oak Hill for special sales. ...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-07-2011, 08:38 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,107
Posted By dkchristi
Thanks for the ghost orchid resources. I admire...

Thanks for the ghost orchid resources. I admire those who go to great ends to grow domestic ghost orchids. the limited number growing in the wild and the constant threats to habitat are an...
Forum: Orchids in the Wild 06-30-2011, 12:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,472
Posted By dkchristi
Ghost Orchids at Corkscrew Swamp

I never tire of pictures. Since I'm not inclined to slog through the Everglades on a search, I'll need to enjoy the pictures.

However, I never tire of actually watching the blooms on the "Super...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-31-2010, 10:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,769
Posted By dkchristi
I guess my concern is that in the large scope,...

I guess my concern is that in the large scope, few are successful with domestic ghost orchids comparable to those in the wild such as the ghost orchid at Corkscrew Swamp. I would be saddened to make...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-30-2010, 07:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,769
Posted By dkchristi
Prem - have you grown a ghost orchid or known...

Prem - have you grown a ghost orchid or known anyone with success at a decent size bloom?
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-30-2010, 07:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,769
Posted By dkchristi
I would like a beautiful ghost orchid to take...

I would like a beautiful ghost orchid to take with me when I sign books. However, everything I read and anyone I talk to says they are impossible to keep alive and even if there is success, they...
Forum: Advanced Discussion 06-18-2010, 05:45 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 38,539
Posted By dkchristi
Ghost Orchid of Corkscrew Swamp

It may be instructional to visit the ghost orchid at Corkscrew in all its phases and closely note its environment. I wish you luck. It's one of the few plants that I wish to grow; and of course,...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-28-2010, 06:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,782
Posted By dkchristi
Ghost Orchid of Corkscrew Swamp blooms 3 mo. early

The ghost orchid of Corkscrew Swamp made famous in D.K.Christi's novel, GHOST ORCHID, has surprised us all by its blooming March 26, 2010! It's in its place, high in the cypress canopy, watching the...
Forum: Orchids in the Wild 02-08-2010, 05:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,562
Posted By dkchristi
Ghost Orchid of Blair Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

I am obsessed with this orchid. I viewed it from its first blooming in July 2007 (my birthday is July 10) through its three months of two additional bloomings each year through 2009. I must say I...
Forum: Orchids in the Wild 02-08-2010, 03:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,562
Posted By dkchristi
Ghost Orchid walk at Blair Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

I am concerned about a particular ghost orchid, the multiple blooming plant at Blair Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary that first bloomed in 2007 and each subsequent year through 2009. This...
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