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Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-22-2011, 03:40 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 622,107
Posted By lucRiv
My very beginner experience w/ grocery store Phals

All 7 of my Phals have come from these types of stores and so far (fingers crossed) they have done well. By “well,” I mean that I haven’t killed them yet. I have only been taken in with this...
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 08-19-2011, 08:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,205
Posted By lucRiv
My first Paph- found at Grocery Store!

I'm so excited! I finally got my first Paph today! Sorry that the quality of the picture isn't that great. I have wanted one for the longest time now, since I mostly have Phals and a few others...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 06-21-2011, 06:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,302
Posted By lucRiv
Please help w/ rescue plant! Emergency!

Hi all,
I really, really need your expertise!! When my mom died suddenly one year ago, I had NO experience with orchids and sadly, my family and I let all of her orchids just fade away and die. ...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-21-2011, 10:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,550
Posted By lucRiv
My poor Phal... the Miracle Grow Orchid Soil is...

My poor Phal... the Miracle Grow Orchid Soil is EXACTLY what mine is planted in! I've already repotted it twice (the first time when I took it home from the store, and the second when I put it in a...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-21-2011, 10:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,503
Posted By lucRiv
Great ideas... I think I'll come armed with both...

Great ideas... I think I'll come armed with both just in case.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-21-2011, 06:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,503
Posted By lucRiv
Transporting Orchids From Heat/Cold Environments

Sorry to keep posting with so many questions...

I live in Upstate NY and we can frequently expect snow in April and sometimes even May. :((

I am planning on purchasing a few new friends at the...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-21-2011, 05:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,516
Posted By lucRiv
Whoa. THANK you for all the great suggestions &...

Whoa. THANK you for all the great suggestions & advice! I ask one question and I find I have learned so much from everyone - you're the best! I definitely picked the best forum!

And, I have to...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-21-2011, 08:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,516
Posted By lucRiv
Easiest Orchids for Beginners?

Is it true that Phals are the best choice/easiest Orchids for beginners to take care of? I'll be going to a garden show soon and am planning on buying an orchid (or two :lol: ) and want to learn...
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 02-20-2011, 07:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,685
Posted By lucRiv
I think you're right! I think that's part of the...

I think you're right! I think that's part of the reason why my Mom had such great success! She didn't fuss with them - she just let them do their thing!! Now me... I'm a "fusser" by nature. I pray...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-20-2011, 01:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,865
Posted By lucRiv
Thank you Rosie... don't know why, but I was...

Thank you Rosie... don't know why, but I was having trouble with the last pic.
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 02-20-2011, 12:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,685
Posted By lucRiv
Thanks for the welcome... I'm sure I'll be...

Thanks for the welcome... I'm sure I'll be asking a ton of questions. I'll try not to be a pest.
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 02-20-2011, 12:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,685
Posted By lucRiv
Thank you so much! Yeah, I can't believe how...

Thank you so much! Yeah, I can't believe how quickly addictive these plants are. My husband keeps laughing at me because all I'm doing is reading about them and "hovering" over my plants.
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 02-20-2011, 12:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,685
Posted By lucRiv
Thank you, SailorTom, I'm sorry to report that...

Thank you, SailorTom,
I'm sorry to report that 2 more died, but I have one more left. My dad currently has it, but as soon as I can get over to his house, I'll rescue it. (Of course, it's ME,...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-20-2011, 12:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,865
Posted By lucRiv
Thanks for the feedback... do most of the members...

Thanks for the feedback... do most of the members recommend spagnum moss or some type of bark mix for Phals? When I repot it, I'll definitely add some packing peanuts to the center to aid in...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-20-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,865
Posted By lucRiv
Follow-up pic to "suspected bad roots, drainage problems"

Hi again,
Here is my last picture, which shows the condition of the leaves. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-20-2011, 11:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,865
Posted By lucRiv
New Phal- suspect bad roots, drainage problems

Hi everyone! Just joined the Board a week ago, and (sigh) I have SO MUCH to learn. I am attaching 3 pics of my new Phal that I bought from a chain store. **Must give an update... I was the person...
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 02-18-2011, 12:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,685
Posted By lucRiv
Hello, from a complete Newbie in New York

Hi everyone,
Just registered today and am excited to learn from people with tons of experience. I have ZERO experience with orchids, except from one bad experience two years ago with an orchid. I...
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