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Forum: Pests & Diseases 07-28-2021, 01:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,784
Posted By Ironwood
Neem Oil

Directions on my neem oil container are;
1 1/2 teaspoons of neem oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons of dish soap added to a quart of water. I fill my 32 ounce sprayer so it's about 5/6 full of water, (don't...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 07-27-2021, 06:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,784
Posted By Ironwood
Mealy Bugs

It could also be white scale which is more difficult to control and damages the plant as it poisons the plant around the site of attachment.
I have had very good results with a spray mixture of...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-01-2011, 03:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,081
Posted By Ironwood
Phals of any size do not adjust well to...

Phals of any size do not adjust well to transplant from sphagnum moss to straight bark so a little sphag mixed in with bark should help for the first repotting. From bark to sphag is no problem.
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 08-01-2011, 03:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,827
Posted By Ironwood
I have Beallara Marfitch 'Unicorn Splendour'...

I have Beallara Marfitch 'Unicorn Splendour' which is quite similar and they are beautiful, one of my favorites.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-31-2011, 09:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,767
Posted By Ironwood
Yes you leave the cinnamon on. I have retreated...

Yes you leave the cinnamon on. I have retreated some of the stubborn ones after 2 or 3 months but I suspect the good effect is probably used up after a couple of weeks. If you mist the cinnamon...
Forum: Dendrobium Alliance 07-31-2011, 01:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,880
Posted By Ironwood
Great display, it's a performer.

Great display, it's a performer.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-31-2011, 01:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,551
Posted By Ironwood
The plant looks a bit distressed to me like there...

The plant looks a bit distressed to me like there may be some root loss. Over fertilizing can cause similar problems. The plant look like it has been in that pot for some time, may be time to repot?...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-31-2011, 12:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,767
Posted By Ironwood
I would wet the base and sprinkle cinnamon on the...

I would wet the base and sprinkle cinnamon on the entire base. I have been using cinnamon as a growth stimulant for some time after reading about it in the book 'Tropical Slipper Orchids' by Harold...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 07-30-2011, 08:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,431
Posted By Ironwood
The red spots look like a fungal growth, but this...

The red spots look like a fungal growth, but this would not be the case if the red spots can crawl around.
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 04-08-2009, 06:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,664
Posted By Ironwood
Beauties!!!!!!!!

Beauties!!!!!!!!
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-08-2009, 06:27 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,033
Posted By Ironwood
Deck sprayers with there 8 foot hose work great...

Deck sprayers with there 8 foot hose work great for this job. Easily handles 200 plants. You can shape the end of the wand by putting a curve in it, so you can easily point the nozzle into the pot or...
Forum: Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance 11-20-2008, 09:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,172
Posted By Ironwood
I have had some oncidium alliance branch out...

I have had some oncidium alliance branch out after first flush has faded but it is quite rare.
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 10-23-2008, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,047
Posted By Ironwood
Lecent, here on the east coast we are lucky to be...

Lecent, here on the east coast we are lucky to be able to keep 40% humidity in winter heating season, so it certainly is not in terrarium or greenhouse conditions. I have it in coarse bark and it...
Forum: Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance 10-22-2008, 10:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,047
Posted By Ironwood
Paphinia Majestic

Not enough space between blooms of Paphinia Majestic to allow them to open fully. One bloom 5 months ago as a first time bloomer.
Forum: Pests & Diseases 03-24-2008, 08:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,344
Posted By Ironwood
I have found Neem Oil to be very effective on...

I have found Neem Oil to be very effective on spider mites. This also makes the leaves look good.
Forum: Growing Under Lights 03-23-2008, 08:04 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 35,677
Posted By Ironwood
If people are changing out their T5 bulbs after 6...

If people are changing out their T5 bulbs after 6 months they are wasting their money. T5 light have a very flat output right out to the end of their life as opposed to HID which is down 1/3 of its...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-22-2008, 06:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,079
Posted By Ironwood
Helen, I would say they are not getting enough...

Helen, I would say they are not getting enough water. Fresh bark does not retain water as well as aged bark and also being in a clay pot the pot is porous therefore the water evaporates more quickly...
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 08-21-2007, 08:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,857
Posted By Ironwood
That is a wonderful red, a real standout.

That is a wonderful red, a real standout.
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 08-17-2007, 11:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,014
Posted By Ironwood
You have a good one Dave, a nice rich yellow.

You have a good one Dave, a nice rich yellow.
Forum: Pests & Diseases 08-13-2007, 10:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,423
Posted By Ironwood
Dave, you can get a Zero Waste R/O unit from...

Dave, you can get a Zero Waste R/O unit from Costco online for $340 shipping and handling included.

Costco Watts Premier Zero-waste Reverse Osmosis System...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 08-09-2007, 11:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,600
Posted By Ironwood
You can probably find more info than you really...

You can probably find more info than you really want to know from this site.

Nematodes in General (http://nematode.unl.edu/wormgen.htm)
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 08-09-2007, 10:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,291
Posted By Ironwood
Love the way the colors are bended on this one...

Love the way the colors are bended on this one Jane.
Forum: Pests & Diseases 08-09-2007, 09:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,600
Posted By Ironwood
They can be microscopic or several feet long if...

They can be microscopic or several feet long if it is in your intestine.
Forum: Hybrids 08-06-2007, 09:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,632
Posted By Ironwood
Most hydroponics shops should have the exact same...

Most hydroponics shops should have the exact same light and many of the larger nurseries would carry these as well. Prices should be between $35 and $40 each for these. I have found Bustans to have...
Forum: Hybrids 08-05-2007, 10:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,632
Posted By Ironwood
Mary, I am not sure why you passed on the T5...

Mary, I am not sure why you passed on the T5 lights from the link for The Orchid Shop you posted in another thread. They are $14.50 cheaper ($34.50) and exactly the same light.??????????

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