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Forum: Terrarium Gardening 11-02-2014, 07:50 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 14,005
Posted By VMStearns
Fantastic set-up! I am thinking of turning a...

Fantastic set-up! I am thinking of turning a small (5 gallon) fish tank into a miniature orchid terrarium.

I had never considered the egg-crate light diffuser as a base and sides but it is...
Forum: Terrarium Gardening 11-02-2014, 07:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,969
Posted By VMStearns
Very nice set-up!

Very nice set-up!
Forum: Beginner Discussion 10-14-2014, 05:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,208
Posted By VMStearns
I'm checking with the orchid retailer that I...

I'm checking with the orchid retailer that I purchased it from. Reviewing their online catalog, it might be a Lc. Mary Ellen Carter 'Dixie Hummingbird'...but that is a best guess. The color isn't...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 10-14-2014, 04:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,208
Posted By VMStearns
Showing off my FIRST orchid rebloom

I purchased this Cattleya last year just as at the end of its blooming cycle. It sent up a spike some time later and then sat...quietly...doing nothing.

Last month I moved it from outside to a...
Forum: Orchid Lounge 09-06-2014, 06:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,070
Posted By VMStearns
Amazing! As I am fighting my own yellow jacket...

Amazing! As I am fighting my own yellow jacket battle (inside our porch eaves) I am eager to read the final chapter of your conflict.

May the force be with you! ;)
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 07-09-2014, 10:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,343
Posted By VMStearns
Welcome to the orchid board, Ryan. If it is not...

Welcome to the orchid board, Ryan. If it is not too bold, I am curious...was it a life long interest in orchids that led you to your doctoral program or an amazing mentor?
Forum: Vendor Feedback 07-06-2014, 12:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,417
Posted By VMStearns
I am fortunate enough to live in the Seattle area...

I am fortunate enough to live in the Seattle area and of the two orchid retailers here, Seattle Orchid is definitely my favorite. Orchids that need TLC for what ever reason are offered to local...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-02-2014, 08:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,191
Posted By VMStearns
I agree 100% Kerry. I have about 13 ochids now,...

I agree 100% Kerry. I have about 13 ochids now, most of them phals, but some Oncidiums, and one each Catt, Paph, Cym, and 4 micro-minis that live happily in a terrarium.

because of their...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-02-2014, 04:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,191
Posted By VMStearns
"COOL" <giggle>

"COOL" <giggle>
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-02-2014, 02:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,191
Posted By VMStearns
Deep shade I can definitely manage. I can pull...

Deep shade I can definitely manage. I can pull the drapes in the spare room where I usually keep my orchids when they are not in bloom (everything is either outside now or near large windows for the...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-01-2014, 10:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,191
Posted By VMStearns
Thanks James. Keeping it warm with lots and light...

Thanks James. Keeping it warm with lots and light and food for the next three weeks will be easy. Finding something cool and shady will be a challenge here in Washington since July/August is our...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-01-2014, 03:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,191
Posted By VMStearns
:blushing:AWWWW...oh well. At least it is...

:blushing:AWWWW...oh well. At least it is actively growing!

I'll continue to be patient and keep fertilizing it weakly, weekly and watching for a spike. I can live with disappointment :( and I...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-01-2014, 01:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,191
Posted By VMStearns
OMGoodness...I Have A SPIKE!

When I joined the Orchid Board in February this year, I noted that one of my life goals was to care for an orchid to the point that it threw a spike. With the help of the experts and friends on the...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-29-2014, 03:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,760
Posted By VMStearns
Go to...

Go to http://www.orchidboard.com/community/terrarium-gardening/75850-will-work-orchid-terrarium.html and you can see the terrarium progress from empty to blooming.

I would say the greatest...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-28-2014, 11:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,760
Posted By VMStearns
Lauraeli, I want to encourage you to consider...

Lauraeli, I want to encourage you to consider micro-miniature orchids in the future. I was also hesitant, but with the encouragement of Orchid Board members, I was able to create a beautiful orchid...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-28-2014, 11:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,537
Posted By VMStearns
Rosie, this is inspirational! After the success I...

Rosie, this is inspirational! After the success I have experienced with mounted micro-mini orchids, I've been experiencing deep temptations to play with mounting of a larger orchid.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-28-2014, 06:32 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,228
Posted By VMStearns
What an absolutely gorgeous Paph...glad...

What an absolutely gorgeous Paph...glad everything turned out all right!
Forum: Beginner Discussion 06-28-2014, 06:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,306
Posted By VMStearns
Great "Pictorial Tutorial" that provides the...

Great "Pictorial Tutorial" that provides the information we beginners need so desperately.

Thanks!
Forum: Terrarium Gardening 06-24-2014, 10:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,445
Posted By VMStearns
I back from a week at the ocean and camp! ...

I back from a week at the ocean and camp!

First...yes, indeed. Seattle Orchid did ask if they could use the image of the terrarium. I didn't realize they had a facebook page, so just now got to...
Forum: Terrarium Gardening 06-16-2014, 01:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,445
Posted By VMStearns
The pics aren't very good but here are a couple...

The pics aren't very good but here are a couple of the terrarium as it is right now. I just wish I had a better camera

When I get back, I'll get more pics with the new orchid that I just ordered...
Forum: Terrarium Gardening 06-16-2014, 12:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,445
Posted By VMStearns
I'll post pictures in a week when I get back from...

I'll post pictures in a week when I get back from camp. But in the mean time I wanted to let everyone know that the Harella Retrocalla has a total of two blooms on two spikes and it looks like the...
Forum: Terrarium Gardening 06-04-2014, 04:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,809
Posted By VMStearns
Small containers have their challenges. Finding...

Small containers have their challenges. Finding micro-miniature orchids that are happy in the household temperatures of a non-air conditioned home, the virtual shade of indoor light, typical humidity...
Forum: Terrarium Gardening 06-04-2014, 04:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,445
Posted By VMStearns
Thanks...the creativity certainly took long...

Thanks...the creativity certainly took long enough. I've had the fish "vase" for about three years. It took me that long to finally "see" it as a potential orchid home.
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 06-04-2014, 04:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 745
Posted By VMStearns
Welcome...and great place for ideas and...

Welcome...and great place for ideas and suggestions. I look forward to seeing pictures of your collection as it grows.
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 06-04-2014, 03:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,113
Posted By VMStearns
Welcome! This is a great place to get opinions,...

Welcome! This is a great place to get opinions, advice and general support from other orchid lovers. The members are like favorite family members.
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