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Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-12-2008, 12:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,302
Posted By paphlovian
Yes, you are right, there's lots of posts...

Yes, you are right, there's lots of posts regarding that product! Thanks.

What is a "bud blast"? I read a bit about it on other sites and sounds like it has something to do with a deformation.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-12-2008, 11:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,302
Posted By paphlovian
Question Using Superthrive with Orchids (or with anything!)

Hello,

I keep noticing a product near the fertilizers at the store called "Superthrive." Is anyone here familiar with it? Do you use it on your orchids? If so, what results do you get? I...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-07-2008, 11:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,376
Posted By paphlovian
Cool Waiting for those blooms. Patiently!

Hello,

I started buying my orchid collection about a year ago. The first one was a dendrobium. All of my dendrobiums, including that first one, have not bloomed again since I bought them. I...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-07-2008, 10:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 27,347
Posted By paphlovian
You might want to repost your questions on a new...

You might want to repost your questions on a new thread (because you might get a response from more people regarding your questions). I am not very experienced, myself, but can try to help a little....
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-29-2008, 12:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,664
Posted By paphlovian
It was supposed to get down to 39 degrees the...

It was supposed to get down to 39 degrees the other night (I'm in North Port) and I left all of mine out on my covered patio. I know that wasn't the best thing to do, but I just don't have time to...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-28-2008, 12:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,364
Posted By paphlovian
What's That Bug? Springtails!...

What's That Bug? Springtails! (http://www.whatsthatbug.com/springtails.html)

Interesting... they could be springtails. They are all white, and it looks like some springtails are entirely white. ...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-28-2008, 10:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,364
Posted By paphlovian
It really hasn't been that long since I've...

It really hasn't been that long since I've repotted (under a year). Isn't that too frequent potting? Is there another way to try to rid the plant of the pests other than repotting or using harsh...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-28-2008, 08:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,364
Posted By paphlovian
I don't like using harsh chemicals. I wonder if...

I don't like using harsh chemicals. I wonder if neem oil would work to treat it, and how I can go about treating the entire plant with it. Perhaps putting the oil in the water when watering?
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-28-2008, 08:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,364
Posted By paphlovian
It looks like the best description would be the...

It looks like the best description would be the mealy bugs, BUT I have not noticed the discolored leaves or cottony material (except in a bromeliad.. maybe this describes what's happening with...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-27-2008, 04:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,364
Posted By paphlovian
Cool white bugs?

Hello!

While watering my orchids yesterday, I noticed tiny white bugs (about a millimeter long) coming from the potting medium. Just wondering if anyone might know what type of bug it could be (I...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-15-2008, 10:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,737
Posted By paphlovian
Very interesting information! I decided to...

Very interesting information!

I decided to leave them on the screened patio. The forecast reported a low of 42, but there is no way for me to know exactly how low it got last night. Tonight it's...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-14-2008, 03:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,737
Posted By paphlovian
I think the screened opening is too large to...

I think the screened opening is too large to cover with plastic... it would probably just be easier to bring all 25 inside, but thanks for the idea! Perhaps in the future I can create a set up like...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-14-2008, 12:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,737
Posted By paphlovian
Thank you, both, for your responses. I'm not...

Thank you, both, for your responses. I'm not sure if I should take a chance. When we had a freezing spell here a week or so ago all my patio plants appear fine (I only brought in my orchids) while...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-14-2008, 10:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,737
Posted By paphlovian
Bring inside... or cover... or....

Hello!

I am a Florida resident who is a bit unsure when I need to bring my orchids in (due to lower temps). It is scheduled to get down to around 44 degrees this week. I have a various types of...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 12-22-2007, 01:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,295
Posted By paphlovian
Unhappy Orchid Winter in Florida -- Mold/Fungus!?

Hello!

I am going through my first Florida "winter" since my orchid addiction started. I have brought my orchids in the house several times when it has gotten cold enough, but, I am trying to...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-27-2007, 12:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,442
Posted By paphlovian
Sounds like I might be okay, then! :) But,...

Sounds like I might be okay, then! :)

But, if the dendrobium is growing very well with all the new root growth, what happens months or a year down the road when it's time to repot to get fresh...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-26-2007, 11:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,442
Posted By paphlovian
Dendrobium's Roots and Pot

Hello,

I repotted one of my dendrobiums several months ago and the roots are already starting to grow out of the holes in the side of the pot (one root has grown out several inches). What I'm...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-17-2007, 01:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,961
Posted By paphlovian
Talking Several questions about budding orchids

I have a supply of endless questions! ...

I have an orchid in spike and what I'm wondering is if it's normal to have a clear liquid drop of fluid under each bud. They almost look like water...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-16-2007, 11:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,129
Posted By paphlovian
When (and if) to bring orchids in during "Winter"

Hello!

I live in Florida (south of Tampa) and am wondering when (and if) I will need to bring my orchids indoors this season from my patio. The lowest it's gotten so far this year is probably in...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-16-2007, 11:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,788
Posted By paphlovian
Thanks, I am going to try the new method of...

Thanks, I am going to try the new method of watering in the morning. Unfortunately, I do not have a reverse osmosis sytem... but perhaps someday! At least I do not have to use a water softener,...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-12-2007, 10:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,788
Posted By paphlovian
I used either a "special orchid mix" or special...

I used either a "special orchid mix" or special phal mix made by better gro... or a finer bark made by schultz. Depends on the plant. Yeah, I have been thinking of that lately: the risk of...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-12-2007, 08:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,788
Posted By paphlovian
I don't think they're too wet. I've been...

I don't think they're too wet. I've been watering 1-2x per week and it's drier than it was a month or two ago. They seem to be drying out very quickly. I have changed the medium for most of my...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-12-2007, 06:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,788
Posted By paphlovian
Thanks for the link! I have a feeling it MIGHT...

Thanks for the link! I have a feeling it MIGHT have to do with the weather cooling off. But, I didn't think it's gotten THAT cold. ... just how cold is too cold for orchids? Do they need to be...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-12-2007, 06:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,788
Posted By paphlovian
leaves turning yellow - reason? - cure?

Hello,

I started my orchid addiction around last April here in Florida. I now have around 20 orchids. What has started happening recently that hasn't happened so far is a yellowing of leaves...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 09-26-2007, 05:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,396
Posted By paphlovian
Joe, I was just wondering: If mold or fungus...

Joe,
I was just wondering: If mold or fungus begins to grow once in the bag, what can be done to get rid of it? Are there ways to help avoid it in the first place? I anticipate this being an...
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