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Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-17-2014, 12:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,064
Posted By BobInBonita
It can be a balancing act. The more sun they get,...

It can be a balancing act. The more sun they get, the more fertilizer they need. The more sun and fertilizer and sun they get, the faster they grow. When they grow faster than they can make...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-13-2011, 10:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,367
Posted By BobInBonita
Metaldehyde baits eliminated them for me. Don't...

Metaldehyde baits eliminated them for me. Don't know the Sluggo brand - that might be the active.

When I had them, I treated at weakly intervals for about a month. As they hatched, they ate and...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-13-2011, 10:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,367
Posted By BobInBonita
Put out a couple of glue boards. You'll know...

Put out a couple of glue boards.

You'll know if it's a rodent or a bug soon enough. Put it as close as possible to the affected plants. They'll trap darn near anything that walks across - bugs,...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-13-2011, 10:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,367
Posted By BobInBonita
There are times for a flyswatter and times for a...

There are times for a flyswatter and times for a hammer.

If you have a now and then problem with a bite taken here and there, that's one thing and you can research it and understand it and go...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-12-2011, 01:42 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 621,908
Posted By BobInBonita
Request to Philip (the King), since he is the...

Request to Philip (the King), since he is the biggest contributor to this sticky and "the moderator":

There is so much great info here, but it is hard to sort through and find specific topics.
...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-11-2011, 08:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,520
Posted By BobInBonita
No experience with stinkbugs, but acephate...

No experience with stinkbugs, but acephate (Orthene) is a very good systemic insecticide. I also use Bayer 3 in 1 which has a fungicide premixed.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-11-2011, 09:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,366
Posted By BobInBonita
Depending on your location in India and the type...

Depending on your location in India and the type of Vanda you have, you may be able (and it may be advantageous) to give your Vandas and Cattleyas some direct sun.

When adapted to brighter light...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-10-2011, 09:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,069
Posted By BobInBonita
The dead roots are dead. They are just a source...

The dead roots are dead. They are just a source of further infection. Cut them off.

I usually do not have bud blast when repotting phals, but when a plant has gotten used to wetter conditions and...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-09-2011, 11:27 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,069
Posted By BobInBonita
Another rock not mentioned above is lava rock,...

Another rock not mentioned above is lava rock, which has some porosity, which is good for root attachments and to retain moisture for a short while.

I use it like charcoal or perlite. It tends to...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-09-2011, 10:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,069
Posted By BobInBonita
Just like people say "you can't judge a book by...

Just like people say "you can't judge a book by its cover", you can't judge an orchids health by its leaves and flowers. The roots are VERY important to judge how its growing. Orchids will frequently...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-09-2011, 01:02 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,069
Posted By BobInBonita
Welcome to Orchid Board. Check out the...

Welcome to Orchid Board.

Check out the "sticky" thread above for all sorts of info.

In my opinion wet roots and overwatering are the reasons most beginners (and many experts) have trouble. A...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-09-2011, 12:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,366
Posted By BobInBonita
Mine also are in baskets without any medium, but...

Mine also are in baskets without any medium, but that may not be right for you.

Vandas NEED to dry quickly between waterings in my opinion, but need frequent waterings (or rain) during growing...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-06-2011, 10:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,469
Posted By BobInBonita
I was hoping to buy local, but may buy from...

I was hoping to buy local, but may buy from Broward over the net as a second option. I'd rather spend my money on a new orchid than shipping. The Spectracide Stump Remover was only $5 for a pound, so...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-06-2011, 09:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,469
Posted By BobInBonita
Guess I didn't phrase my question correctly. ...

Guess I didn't phrase my question correctly.

No problems or questions about Potassium nitrate itself. I totally trust Motes opinions and recommendations.

Since I couldn't find Potassium nitrate...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-05-2011, 05:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,437
Posted By BobInBonita
I embarrass my wife whenever she's with me around...

I embarrass my wife whenever she's with me around orchids because I sniff each one. At a show, whenever I get a whiff, I'll sniff until I see which one on the table I'm smelling.

Most are as RJ...
Forum: Advanced Discussion 04-04-2011, 07:43 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 31,196
Posted By BobInBonita
I only buy plants on my want list too. ...

I only buy plants on my want list too.

Unfortunately, every time I see a plant that I like, or sometimes even if it sounds interesting, it goes on the want list.

Then I buy it without regret.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-04-2011, 07:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,437
Posted By BobInBonita
I stand corrected. My only personal experience is...

I stand corrected. My only personal experience is with pollen allergies. Since you have direct experience, you obviously are closer to it than I am.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-04-2011, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,226
Posted By BobInBonita
I'd go custom and build them myself. I'd use...

I'd go custom and build them myself.

I'd use the same vertical that many wooden adjustable shelves use, and have a glass shop cut the shelves to the exact size I want. Simple, easy, and...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-04-2011, 05:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,437
Posted By BobInBonita
Great observation! Tomorrow I'll be out in...

Great observation!

Tomorrow I'll be out in the orchids with a straw up my nose. I figure it will be easier to pinpoint the source that way (I have a nose that would definitely not be considered...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-04-2011, 05:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,469
Posted By BobInBonita
Potassium Nitrate - Has anyone used this?

After reading Mote's "Florida Orchid Growing Month by Month", I wanted to try Potassium nitrate as an alternate fertilizer.

I searched high and low at big-box stores, garden centers, a farm supply...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-28-2011, 11:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,014
Posted By BobInBonita
The pool cage (screen) is usually equivalent to...

The pool cage (screen) is usually equivalent to about a 25% reduction in light when you meter it.

I understand Gnathaniels point, but sorta kinda disagree abouit the social group. To me if you...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-28-2011, 11:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,407
Posted By BobInBonita
I'm not an expert - only have one Tolumnia,...

I'm not an expert - only have one Tolumnia, but...

in nature they grow out at the end of twigs, i.e. high light and very dry.

Yours does look sad and dry, but I'd be really careful with moss on...
Forum: Outdoor Gardening 03-12-2011, 07:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,678
Posted By BobInBonita
I have phals that have survived outdoors in...

I have phals that have survived outdoors in Florida to 38 or 39 F. That converts to between 3 and 4 C.

When I know it is going to be cold, I try to give them a good watering 3-4 days before the...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-02-2011, 07:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,839
Posted By BobInBonita
It looks much better in this picture. It is hard...

It looks much better in this picture. It is hard to judge the tint with teh red background, but it looks pretty close to optimum.

The next thing to remember is water. Because your plant is...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-01-2011, 08:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,839
Posted By BobInBonita
The "spots" don't look concerning to me, but I...

The "spots" don't look concerning to me, but I agree with Phil that the leaf color seems very dark. If it is the same color in real life as in the picture, I would gradually increase the amount of...
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