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Forum: Beginner Discussion 09-08-2009, 08:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,224
Posted By failingflopsis
chloroesys?? Whoa, you lost me on that one. I...

chloroesys?? Whoa, you lost me on that one. I use MSU fertilizer, weakly weekly.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 09-08-2009, 02:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,224
Posted By failingflopsis
I have heard the idea of isolation used before...

I have heard the idea of isolation used before but don't quite understand what it means. Is it enough to move them a few feet away or should they go to another room? Can all the "infected" orchids...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 09-07-2009, 04:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,224
Posted By failingflopsis
Virus vs fungus

We have had a very nice summer. Daytime temps in the sunroom are around 80 going down to 65 at night.

The roots through the clear plastic pots look great. The Den is spiking right now.

4"...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 09-06-2009, 03:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,100
Posted By failingflopsis
From your pictures you have a healthy orchid! ...

From your pictures you have a healthy orchid! The flower stem will turn brown like yours did after the plant has finished blooming. When the plant is ready to bloom again it will sent up another...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 09-06-2009, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,224
Posted By failingflopsis
Virus vs Fungus

I am just sick. :( One of my favorite Dendrobiums (sorry it doesn't have a tag) has developed these spots. They start with a few black dots on a leaf. Within days the leaf turns yellow/brown and...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-13-2009, 04:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,255
Posted By failingflopsis
Phalaenopsis leaf damage

Does anyone know how I damaged the leaves on my Phal? I'm hoping it is sun damage and not from a virus. The first two pictures are the top of the leaf, the last one is the bottom. Thanks in...
Forum: Identification Forum 03-18-2009, 04:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 951
Posted By failingflopsis
Thanks, I took the name you proposed and looked...

Thanks, I took the name you proposed and looked at some other sites on the internet with photos and I think you are correct. Should this plant have a scent? I haven't noticed one. Could that be...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-18-2009, 04:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,359
Posted By failingflopsis
Light Meters

I am thinking of purchasing a light meter. Does anyone have any helpful hints as to what I should look for or the names of some good brands? Should I get an "all in one" mositure, light and PH...
Forum: Identification Forum 03-18-2009, 03:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 951
Posted By failingflopsis
What am I?

One of our Orchid Club members passed away. Her family gave out her orchids. I was lucky enough to receive this little orchid. It came without a tag. This is the first time I have gotten it to...
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 02-14-2009, 10:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,044
Posted By failingflopsis
I'm not sure from the picture what kind of...

I'm not sure from the picture what kind of potting material you are using. Since your catts stay moist for weeks you might try repotting them in clay pots and/or using large bark for the potting...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-13-2009, 09:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,251
Posted By failingflopsis
I agree with what everyone has said. You can...

I agree with what everyone has said. You can trim the old stalks to about an inch above the new growths. Good luck. Congrats on the new spikes!
Forum: Pests & Diseases 01-13-2009, 09:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,217
Posted By failingflopsis
Thanks for the info. I'll move mine back into the...

Thanks for the info. I'll move mine back into the light also. The plant has never bloomed for me. I'm not sure how big blooming size is.



Actually, since Christmas we have been in an Artic...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 01-12-2009, 03:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,217
Posted By failingflopsis
Is this a virus or sunburn?

My L. pumila 'Haiku' has these "spots". Is this something I should be worried about as in "THROW that away before it spreads" or do you think it is sunburn? They seem to get worse when the plant is...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-07-2009, 09:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,476
Posted By failingflopsis
The name of this orchid is P. Golden Peaker "BL"...

The name of this orchid is P. Golden Peaker "BL" x P. (Ching Her Spot x Golden Sun) x Dtps. Brother Spring Moonlight x P. Strawberry Sugar "Brother" Whew is that a mouthful.
The interesting thing...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-07-2009, 01:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,961
Posted By failingflopsis
The leaves may not completely recover, at least...

The leaves may not completely recover, at least that has been my experience. I would watch it, keep misting and watering only when almost dry and keep your fingers crossed. ;) Make sure you only...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-07-2009, 01:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,189
Posted By failingflopsis
First bloom of Dendrobium

I got this plant as a throw away from a grocery store near here. No tag. This is the first time it has bloomed. Isn't it just like getting a present when they open for the first time? Every...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-07-2009, 01:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,961
Posted By failingflopsis
The two reasons that phals have wilted leaves are...

The two reasons that phals have wilted leaves are
1) not enough water
2) too much water

I know that's no help at all!:roll: How did the roots look when you transplanted it? Did you cut off the...
Forum: Identification Forum 01-07-2009, 01:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,429
Posted By failingflopsis
Could be the light. Right now in Alaska we have...

Could be the light. Right now in Alaska we have about 5 hours of sunlight a day. (It "warmed" up to -2 yesterday, a veritable heat wave!) I have it under flourescent lights but maybe they aren't...
Forum: Identification Forum 01-07-2009, 12:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,429
Posted By failingflopsis
That seems to be my problem. It grows well but...

That seems to be my problem. It grows well but no flowers...
Forum: Identification Forum 01-07-2009, 12:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,429
Posted By failingflopsis
Thanks for the info Faamui. Do you know if these...

Thanks for the info Faamui. Do you know if these types of Dendrobiums like a "rest" period or a drying out period in the winter? After looking at a picture of the flower they produce I wold love to...
Forum: Identification Forum 01-06-2009, 10:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,429
Posted By failingflopsis
Unknown Dendrobium

:hello Can anyone help me to identify this dendrobium? I have had it for several years and can't get it to bloom although it grows well. I've tried keeping it dry in the winter without success. ...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-16-2007, 07:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,245
Posted By failingflopsis
I'm trying to post a picture but need help from...

I'm trying to post a picture but need help from the Mr. to downsize it.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-16-2007, 07:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,777
Posted By failingflopsis
Years of patience and training!! LOL :lol:

Years of patience and training!! LOL :lol:
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-16-2007, 04:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,777
Posted By failingflopsis
It is spelled "Raisen" on the label. I thought...

It is spelled "Raisen" on the label. I thought it was spelled that way on purpose.:scratchhead:
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-16-2007, 04:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,245
Posted By failingflopsis
Dendrobium distress

My dendrobiums have been begging me to start this thread. I don't just kill them I torture them into a slow, long and very painful (for them and me) death. My biggest problem is overwatering with a...
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