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Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-21-2010, 08:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,773
Posted By John D.
One other possibility is that it is not mold but...

One other possibility is that it is not mold but is a salt build up. Some clays have soluable salts in them. As the water migrates up the pot it will move the salt with it and leave it behind on the...
Forum: Vendor Feedback 06-22-2010, 12:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,146
Posted By John D.
If you decide to visit Orchidview, I would get in...

If you decide to visit Orchidview, I would get in touch with them ahead of time to make sure someone will be there. The Nortons are great folks but are not always at the greenhouse.
Forum: Propagation 06-18-2010, 10:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,019
Posted By John D.
According to Orchid Wiz green pod harvest is...

According to Orchid Wiz green pod harvest is about 130 days, I would expect dry seed 20+ days later.
The length wise ridges and grooves on the pod will get more pronounced as the pod matures and you...
Forum: Greenhouse Gardening 06-13-2010, 08:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,732
Posted By John D.
If you think that the startinig load is drawing...

If you think that the startinig load is drawing too much current and triping the over load try blocking the air flow on the inlet side as much as possible and spinning the blades so they are moving...
Forum: Pleurothallis Alliance 06-09-2010, 04:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,914
Posted By John D.
Also look at the evaporative pots here. The...

Also look at the evaporative pots here.

The Orchid Gallery (http://www.theorchidgallery.net/)

Or if interested PM me, my wife makes something very similar for me in her pottery studio
Forum: Advanced Discussion 06-08-2010, 02:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,573
Posted By John D.
I use a very similar set up and my plants are...

I use a very similar set up and my plants are doing well, for some paphs almost too much light. You can add more hours with the lights on if they need more light. It will make up for lower intensity.
Forum: Outdoor Gardening 06-08-2010, 08:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,716
Posted By John D.
Great use of space on the "porch" as long as you...

Great use of space on the "porch" as long as you don't need it for it's intended purpose.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-03-2010, 09:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,409
Posted By John D.
You can search for threads about repotting but...

You can search for threads about repotting but the basics are remove old dead rotted roots and medium.
Also remove the bottom of the stem if it's dead to make potting back in the same container...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-02-2010, 03:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,478
Posted By John D.
I don't think there will be any difference with...

I don't think there will be any difference with the CFLs. BTW is that a 200w equivelent (actually using about 40watts) or does the bulb consume 200 watts.
Forum: Off Topic - Totally 05-31-2010, 09:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,096
Posted By John D.
Looks like an extra block at the bottom on the...

Looks like an extra block at the bottom on the left above the google ad is shifting everything to the right,
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - others 05-17-2010, 05:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,164
Posted By John D.
Very nice :)

Very nice :)
Forum: Propagation 05-16-2010, 10:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,233
Posted By John D.
I would seperate the keikies (baby plants) from...

I would seperate the keikies (baby plants) from the stem if they have roots long enough to support themselves (1 1/2 to 2 in) and plant the in the same pot with the parent. It will make a nice...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 05-15-2010, 02:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,942
Posted By John D.
I think that your explanation of the differences...

I think that your explanation of the differences is good. Neither is hydroton which is a brand name. Hydroton is similar to the one on the left but is uniformly round and a more red color. All are...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-13-2010, 11:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,067
Posted By John D.
I collect rain from an asphalt shingled roof by...

I collect rain from an asphalt shingled roof by putting a bucket where the water comes off the edge. I dump the first water caught if it is dirty(pollen build up in the spring or after a dry spell)...
Forum: Growing Under Lights 05-12-2010, 11:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,601
Posted By John D.
I visited their site yesterday and left a request...

I visited their site yesterday and left a request for a price quote. Have not gotten feedback yet.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 05-11-2010, 06:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,601
Posted By John D.
What kind if price are the retrofit kits?

What kind if price are the retrofit kits?
Forum: Advanced Discussion 05-02-2010, 11:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,537
Posted By John D.
I agree with both Ray and Harry about using a...

I agree with both Ray and Harry about using a fertilezer program that provides the balance that the plants need. One aspect of that is, as Harry indicates, balancing the pH for your conditions. Your...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-29-2010, 06:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,309
Posted By John D.
I had a larger air o Swiss was also pricey,...

I had a larger air o Swiss was also pricey, lasted a year and died. Can't get parts. There is a place on line to get cleaner etc. It's a warehouse in NJ poor service and terrible delivery.
Have a...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-29-2010, 10:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,027
Posted By John D.
If it just has one leaf and the leaf is starting...

If it just has one leaf and the leaf is starting to get yellow at the edges I would start to cut back on the water. I don't use a "blooming fertilizer" but if you do then I would switch to it mid...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-28-2010, 10:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,027
Posted By John D.
Leaves will turn yellow and fall off. Withold...

Leaves will turn yellow and fall off. Withold water until new roots are about 2 inches long and then resume water and fert.
Forum: Advanced Discussion 04-23-2010, 12:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,988
Posted By John D.
Reminds me of "the best way to have a million...

Reminds me of "the best way to have a million dollars from selling orchids is to start with two million"
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-15-2010, 11:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,486
Posted By John D.
Sorry I took so long Vacin and Went ...

Sorry I took so long
Vacin and Went

Originally cited by Clements, 1982. Australian native orchids. In Orchid biology II, ed. J. Arditti, pp. 295-303. Ithaca, New York: Cornell University press....
Forum: Hybrids 04-15-2010, 10:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,208
Posted By John D.
Nice job Ben :)

Nice job Ben :)
Forum: Vanda Alliance - Angraecum/Aerangis 03-23-2010, 09:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,507
Posted By John D.
As they get larger they put out roots from higher...

As they get larger they put out roots from higher up on the plant that curve down for anchoring. You might try a bulb pan (wider and not as deep). Next repotting that is what I am going to do. Mine...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 03-15-2010, 08:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,131
Posted By John D.
Have you tested for virus? I left some plants...

Have you tested for virus?
I left some plants out this past fall a little to long (temps in the low 50s-upper 40s one night and ended up with some similar spots on a Phal and some phrags - which all...
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