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Forum: Cattleya Alliance 06-26-2022, 03:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,377
Posted By Mapp
Thank you for the replies, everyone. Good...

Thank you for the replies, everyone.

Good to know about the night temps not mattering as much as I'd assumed. I've summered large Cattleyas outside in the past and that's where they tend to do...
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 06-25-2022, 02:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,377
Posted By Mapp
Cattleya dowiana in Intermediate Temps

Hi all,

I've recently received a larger dowiana seedling, probably 3 years or so from blooming if they grow similar to other Cattleyas I've had.

It's currently growing in a china cabinet I've...
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 08-28-2019, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,751
Posted By Mapp
Sophronitis Coccinea Care Questions

Hi all,
As I type this I have two Soph. Coccinea seedlings on their way to my house. I know they’re a notoriously finicky species of orchid (picky about water quality, humidity, temps etc.) and...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-18-2019, 03:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,339
Posted By Mapp
Thank you Camille and Ray for the informative...

Thank you Camille and Ray for the informative replies! I was aware of the auxin-cytokinin hormone cycle but I wasn't sure how severely it was effected by kelp-based supplements. I'll use as directed...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-17-2019, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,339
Posted By Mapp
The only times I've used it were after repotting...

The only times I've used it were after repotting plants that had poor root systems, using it at a 1:250 ratio for about a week and a half/2-3 waterings as per the label. I don't use it as a regular...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-17-2019, 01:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,339
Posted By Mapp
Effect of Kelp Extract on New Growths

Hi there,

After a long period of being plantless (for various reasons), I've decided to get back into orchids. This current attempt I'm taking a bit more seriously than the last and while I'm...
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 07-13-2012, 03:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,686
Posted By Mapp
I do like some of the (former) Sophrocattleyas,...

I do like some of the (former) Sophrocattleyas, escpecially those with coccinea in the parentage, so I might get some in the future.
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 07-13-2012, 12:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,686
Posted By Mapp
Great shots, and love the blooms! Normally, I'm...

Great shots, and love the blooms! Normally, I'm not a catt person, but these are gorgeous. Love the shape of the lip.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-13-2012, 11:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,507
Posted By Mapp
Soaked the bark overnight, so all should be good....

Soaked the bark overnight, so all should be good. I hope all this moving isn't stressing the plants out. Den #1 and the phal appear to be doing good, but Den #2 seems to be sulking a bit with...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-12-2012, 07:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,507
Posted By Mapp
Just a quick update, I've repotted them in bark,...

Just a quick update, I've repotted them in bark, and they're all happily sitting in an east window. One thing, though. I didn't pre-soak the bark, will this cause in any trouble? From what I've read,...
Forum: Identification Forum 07-12-2012, 02:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,772
Posted By Mapp
If it is indeed a bromeliad,...

If it is indeed a bromeliad, http://www.bromeliads.info/archives/beginners-guide-bromeliad-pups (this) is a good guide to dealing with pups. However, I'd suggest you get an I.D. from someone more...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-12-2012, 12:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,507
Posted By Mapp
In regards to the dens, when I repot them, should...

In regards to the dens, when I repot them, should I pot them together, as they were, or individually?
Forum: Identification Forum 07-12-2012, 12:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,772
Posted By Mapp
Yup, I do believe it's some sort of brom. As long...

Yup, I do believe it's some sort of brom. As long as the soil is fast-draining, you should be all set. And it looks as though you've got a pup growing off the mama plant! A general rule is once it's...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-12-2012, 09:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,507
Posted By Mapp
Thanks, everyone. I can be a bit paranoid...

Thanks, everyone. I can be a bit paranoid sometimes. Ahaha.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-11-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,507
Posted By Mapp
Clearance Rack Rescue! (A bit pic heavy & opinion on roots)

Hello all,
Today, I was in lowe's, and I came across a big white phal on the clearance/half dead plant rack who's blooms were starting to age a bit. All of it's roots were under the sphagnum, so I...
Forum: Greenhouse Gardening 07-11-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,826
Posted By Mapp
My goodness. That is just amazing. Lawdy lawdy....

My goodness. That is just amazing. Lawdy lawdy. Is it glass like that throughout the entire building? The architecture alone is amazing.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-10-2012, 01:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,371
Posted By Mapp
This seems fun! Too bad I have nothing to trade!...

This seems fun! Too bad I have nothing to trade! Ahaha :)
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 07-09-2012, 08:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,496
Posted By Mapp
Seems to be a bit of fuss over just a hyphen.... ...

Seems to be a bit of fuss over just a hyphen....
Beautiful flowers, regardless of name.
Forum: Vanda Alliance - others 07-09-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,205
Posted By Mapp
Gorgeous! Love the color. Vandas are so pretty,...

Gorgeous! Love the color. Vandas are so pretty, but their care intimidates me a little....
Forum: Identification Forum 07-09-2012, 01:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,103
Posted By Mapp
I'm new to all this, but it appears to be some...

I'm new to all this, but it appears to be some sort of Dracula. Sorry I can't be more specific.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-08-2012, 09:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,490
Posted By Mapp
What to Expect First Orchid Society Meeting

Hello all,
I've recently discovered that the Massachusetts Orchid Society meets about a 45 minute drive from where I live, and I'm planning on attending this month's meeting. I'm just curious what...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-01-2012, 02:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,672
Posted By Mapp
So the past few days I've been compiling a list...

So the past few days I've been compiling a list of candidates for my terrarium. Everything here (from what I've researched) is small growing and enjoys high humidity and cool to intermediate temps....
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-29-2012, 08:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,672
Posted By Mapp
Excuse my (potentially dumb) questions, but,...

Excuse my (potentially dumb) questions, but, assuming I had the appropriate size/number of mounting places, and they were plants of similar requirements, could I keep a few of these (maybe 3-5...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-29-2012, 10:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,672
Posted By Mapp
Wow. I really like the cuthbertsonii. Thanks for...

Wow. I really like the cuthbertsonii. Thanks for the suggestions & help.
I just have one question. If I were to buy a flask of large seedlings of any orchid mentioned in this thread, approximately...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-27-2012, 08:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,672
Posted By Mapp
Thanks for the list & the wecome, guys. I'll look...

Thanks for the list & the wecome, guys. I'll look into these!
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