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Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-04-2011, 09:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 846
Posted By britbloke
Thanks Bud, I'll do that. My Cattleya's stay...

Thanks Bud,
I'll do that. My Cattleya's stay outside and maybe get a poly cover if temperatures fall below 45 degrees. My more temperature sensitive types come inside overnight if the temperature...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-04-2011, 09:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 846
Posted By britbloke
That's helpful, thank you... should I treat...

That's helpful, thank you...

should I treat it like Den. lindleyi regarding water? How about winter temperature?
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-04-2011, 07:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 846
Posted By britbloke
Den. amethystoglossom

I have a small Den. amethystoglossom I got from a friend, so far it's puzzling me (which is not unusual for Den species) and I can't find much on-line that helps.

I also have a large Den....
Forum: Beginner Discussion 10-06-2011, 02:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,350
Posted By britbloke
Lc Blue Madonna

Does anyone know the parentage of (unregistered) Lc Blue Madonna it might even be Lc Blue Madonna of Poland?
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-13-2011, 09:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,838
Posted By britbloke
My experience in SW Florida is that 3500Fc is...

My experience in SW Florida is that 3500Fc is about right.

Pool screen comes in two or three densities. As Tucker says most Pool screen gives about 28% shade (or 5000Fc). Shade provided by...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-01-2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,511
Posted By britbloke
I use a battery dual loop drip system to water...

I use a battery dual loop drip system to water patio plants daily and orchids (every 3 days when I'm on vacation). The patio plants get drips the orchids spray nozzles.
I intend to add another...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-19-2011, 03:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,999
Posted By britbloke
Might be worth posting your inquiry on the...

Might be worth posting your inquiry on the Florida Orchid Lover's Social Group.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-10-2011, 08:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,306
Posted By britbloke
I like mounts because they look so natural. ...

I like mounts because they look so natural.

I water with a pressure tank spray and simply spray the roots with water, (it gives much more control to keep water off the leaves) rather than a hose,...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-09-2011, 11:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,306
Posted By britbloke
My Bulbophyllums are either on cork mounts with a...

My Bulbophyllums are either on cork mounts with a small pad of spag or in a plastic "bulb-pan" (shallow pot) with lava rock and about 1" of spag over the lava-rock.
The mounts get watered daily and...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-07-2011, 01:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,366
Posted By britbloke
I have always put my small Vandas into baskets....

I have always put my small Vandas into baskets. Sometimes a plastic basket or even a net pot, but usually a 4" teak basket, which they seem to prefer. I add a couple of large pieces of lava rock or...
Forum: Advanced Discussion 04-05-2011, 07:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,039
Posted By britbloke
If you can consistently get (at least some)...

If you can consistently get (at least some) orchids to grow on cement based plaques I think the idea is wonderful.
Mounts are much more natural in appearance and being able to shape those mounts to...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-04-2011, 09:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,469
Posted By britbloke
I use Epsom salt & potasium nitrate at the rate...

I use Epsom salt & potasium nitrate at the rate of 1 tsp of each/gal. I use it about every 4/6 weeks but especially in fall.

I got a couple of pounds on the internet as a fine white crystalline...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2011, 10:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,728
Posted By britbloke
I've tried, isopropyl alcohol (which is easy) TSP...

I've tried, isopropyl alcohol (which is easy) TSP solution (which takes several cutting tools to be effective) and a propane torch...

I liked the idea of TSP, until I got an instant propane torch....
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2011, 10:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,167
Posted By britbloke
I'm sure most of the Vandas here are warmer...

I'm sure most of the Vandas here are warmer types. My V. coerulea stays out down to 45 but it's the only one.

I just use 55 F as the threshold to bring them in, I don't think they'd be hurt too...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2011, 08:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,167
Posted By britbloke
It will love the bright light and humidity. ...

It will love the bright light and humidity.

In Florida they are grown in high light (some protection from full sun) and watered daily (when bare rooted).

They are pretty robust plants, mine...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2011, 07:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,014
Posted By britbloke
Thanks Bob, 25% is very helpful...

Thanks Bob, 25% is very helpful...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-28-2011, 08:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,167
Posted By britbloke
Snappyguy, I've often wondered the same thing... ...

Snappyguy, I've often wondered the same thing...

Your Vanda sounds like a good sized plant. I have a variety of Vandas in 4" & 6" plastic or teak baskets. (my plants seem to like the teak better),...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-28-2011, 08:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,014
Posted By britbloke
Thanks everyone for channeling my inquiry and the...

Thanks everyone for channeling my inquiry and the ideas to home in on my light conditions.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-26-2011, 09:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,014
Posted By britbloke
Pool Cage Light

I'm trying to learn the basics of growing orchids in Florida as each season unfolds.

What level of light should I get inside a pool cage, fully exposed with no shade?
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-21-2011, 09:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,617
Posted By britbloke
Paul, I'm not sure where you are located, so...

Paul,
I'm not sure where you are located, so it's difficult to advise.
Here in S. Florida I try to keep Phals inside if the minimum temperature is going to be below 60 F (if it's 55-58 in fall,...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-18-2011, 08:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,250
Posted By britbloke
I forgot to mention, no one can give you better...

I forgot to mention, no one can give you better advice about the local growing conditions/light/temperature/medium etc. than those that grow orchids in your area...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-18-2011, 08:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,250
Posted By britbloke
I agree with Tucker, visit as a guest and decide...

I agree with Tucker, visit as a guest and decide if it's for you...

My guess is you'll get an insight into how many intangible ways you will improve your orchid knowledge.You'll also find many...
Forum: Parts & Equipment 03-17-2011, 02:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,482
Posted By britbloke
Sounds like Hanna meters are a good place to...

Sounds like Hanna meters are a good place to start...Thanks
Forum: Parts & Equipment 03-14-2011, 07:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,482
Posted By britbloke
My question is borne out of a recent experience...

My question is borne out of a recent experience with my orchids...
Although my plants grow fairly well, I have an occasional plant that exhibits a vibrant green growing tip suddenly collapse and...
Forum: Parts & Equipment 03-11-2011, 09:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,482
Posted By britbloke
pH/TDS meter

Does anyone have a recommended (modestly priced) pH meter and TDS meter and a good supplier?
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