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Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-07-2018, 07:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,958
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Oooops

Half asleep when I wrote response. Probably a few more out there. Sorry.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-07-2018, 12:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,958
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Root & Crown Rot in Phals

If the cinnamon is not stopping the rot, you may want to try soaking the phal in hydrogen peroxide. Make sure the peroxide gets into the crown as well. I let mine soak for several minutes and then I...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 05-06-2018, 11:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,791
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Phal Culture

For me, the most difficult thing I needed to learn to grow phals was when to water and when not to. I lost many phals due to root and crown rot. If the sphag is old, it will retain more water for a...
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 05-06-2018, 11:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,990
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Welcome!

Welcome to The Orchid Board. Your photos show phalaenopsis orchids which appear to be growing very well. Since you are fairly new to orchid growing, I would recommend you begin by reading about the...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-06-2018, 11:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,426
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Aerial Roots

I mist the aerial roots until they turn green to keep them hydrated but am careful not to let water run down and sit in the crown of the phal which will cause rot. If water does run down into the...
Forum: Propagation 06-11-2017, 09:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 16,639
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Great news! You're doing something right!

Great news! You're doing something right!
Forum: Pests & Diseases 06-07-2017, 07:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,662
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
I also noticed a withered pb as estación seca...

I also noticed a withered pb as estación seca mentioned. Are there enough healthy roots so that water uptake is adequate?

Some of the questions I have are:
1. What type of media is this orchid...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 06-07-2017, 01:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,035
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
How long have you had this phal? I know of no...

How long have you had this phal? I know of no diseases or fungus which cause reddening of orchid leaves, only too much light. Some reddening of the leaves is acceptable but continued exposure can...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 06-07-2017, 12:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,035
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Any possibility the phal is receiving too much...

Any possibility the phal is receiving too much light? Reddening of the leaves & black lesions can indicate sunburn.
Forum: Potting & Repotting 05-25-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,313
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Repotting

In response to Mountaineer370's post, I cut the plastic pot off of the orchid when I repot. I soak the orchid & then just begin cutting & snipping the pot. It's a little time consuming but it works.
Forum: Pests & Diseases 05-23-2017, 09:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,497
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
I agree with estación seca. Drooping, soft leaves...

I agree with estación seca. Drooping, soft leaves usually indicate there is not enough water in the leaves. You should check the roots & if they are healthy, you are underwatering. If the roots...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-18-2017, 10:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,887
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
I did not look at the eBay listing but I am aware...

I did not look at the eBay listing but I am aware of the difficulty of growing Cyppridiums.Unless you are already experienced in growing these types, I would purchase them only from a recognized...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 05-18-2017, 09:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,121
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Air Movement & Fungus

Agree with previous post especially the need for sufficient air movement. When your orchids start developing fungal issues, the first thing you should consider is increasing the air flow by adding...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 05-14-2017, 10:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,801
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Watery brown spots on phal leaves usually...

Watery brown spots on phal leaves usually indicate a bacterial infection. Commercial growers of phals use a copper product, Kocide. However, it is very expensive so Phyton 27 might be your best...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 05-06-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,077
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Without a photo it is difficult to diagnose. It...

Without a photo it is difficult to diagnose. It could be bacterial, fungal or even pests.You can try pouring some hydrogen peroxide on the spot for three days in a row and apply cinnamon or sulphur...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-05-2017, 05:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,848
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
I must admit to agreeing with some of the last...

I must admit to agreeing with some of the last few posts. I read every book I could get my hands on when I first started growing orchids and much of the information was not proper for my growing...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 05-05-2017, 04:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,077
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
They are certainly beautiful!

They are certainly beautiful!
Forum: Pests & Diseases 05-04-2017, 06:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,077
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Leaf Reddening

Reddening of the leaves can also occur from too much light or a magnesium deficiency especially if the phals were exposed to cold temperatures. Are either of these a possibility? A photo would...
Forum: Propagation 05-02-2017, 09:38 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 16,639
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Den Keiki

My experience with keikis involves phals so if bil finds it more successful to leave the den keikis on the cane, then leave it. My only concern is that the cane may rot which could lead to the death...
Forum: Propagation 05-01-2017, 09:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 16,639
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Den Keiki

Goldstar, remove the keiki from the cane. Your pot looks good but your sphagnum looks dark & really wet. What type of sphagnum are you using? Are you providing air movement around the orchid?
Forum: Pests & Diseases 04-27-2017, 07:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,690
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Pseudobulb Rot

I really can't determine what rot your orchid has developed because your photo is not clear enough. However, it appears one of the pseudobulbs has turned dark and if it feels soft or mushy, I suspect...
Forum: Potting & Repotting 04-25-2017, 07:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,163
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Looks great!

Looks great!
Forum: Pests & Diseases 04-25-2017, 07:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,583
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
Mechanical Damage

Agree with probable mechanical damage. As long as the spots don't begin to multiply, I would just keep an eye on it. Beautiful phal.
Forum: Potting & Repotting 04-24-2017, 10:12 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,354
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
I agree with the previous posts suggesting...

I agree with the previous posts suggesting over-fertilization is the most likely cause of the plant's failure to bloom. As previously stated, you do not need to use a bloom booster. Bloom boosters...
Forum: Potting & Repotting 04-21-2017, 09:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,354
Posted By Sharon's Sheepdogs
There is a previous orchidboard post which...

There is a previous orchidboard post which details the specific cultural requirements necessary to grow & flower Cattleya Walkeriana. I've posted the link below. You might find this info helpful:
...
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