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Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-17-2013, 12:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,342
Posted By Tim C.
For my semi-hydro plants, I use PrimeAgra. The...

For my semi-hydro plants, I use PrimeAgra. The rest of my plants are in sphagnum moss, or in a bark based mix I make myself (seedling-grade fir bark, medium grade sponge rock, and smaller-sized...
Forum: Orchid Lounge 08-16-2013, 10:05 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 113,536
Posted By Tim C.
Been a member so long, and never thought to look...

Been a member so long, and never thought to look for a "face behind the posts" thread. I'll play along ;)

Best face shot I could find, taken just a few months ago....
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-16-2013, 08:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,342
Posted By Tim C.
I didn't even think about them not floating -...

I didn't even think about them not floating - that's one of the qualities I look for in a potting medium. Can't wait to see how your two plants take to this method.

-Tim

Sent from my A200...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-16-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,342
Posted By Tim C.
I'm familiar with Substrat Pro - spent many years...

I'm familiar with Substrat Pro - spent many years in the planted tank world. So many things can be used as a potting medium, as long as the growing environment, watering schedule, etc. is adjusted to...
Forum: Pests & Diseases 08-16-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,734
Posted By Tim C.
No problem at all :-) Orchid growing should be a...

No problem at all :-) Orchid growing should be a calming experience, so I'm glad I could help.
-Tim

Sent from my A200 using Tapatalk 4
Forum: Pests & Diseases 08-16-2013, 03:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,734
Posted By Tim C.
There are a handful of Oncidium crosses and...

There are a handful of Oncidium crosses and species that I know of, that can have those black spots on leaves and p-bulbs. Onc. Sharry Baby is a common cross that exhibits these spots - every Sharry...
Forum: Identification Forum 04-08-2013, 03:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,328
Posted By Tim C.
Bletilla striata - commonly called "Chinese Hardy...

Bletilla striata - commonly called "Chinese Hardy Orchid." From what I understand, they're hardy up to zone 6 or so, with mulching for the winter frosts, and like sun and water. I've never grown...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-02-2013, 08:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,277
Posted By Tim C.
In your original post, you made it sound like the...

In your original post, you made it sound like the base of the actual fan of leaves - the core of the plant - was "rotting/deteriorating." If that's not the case, and it is only a small portion of...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-01-2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,266
Posted By Tim C.
1). Keiki's can be left on their parent plant,...

1). Keiki's can be left on their parent plant, if you want to. You can also remove it and plant it up on its own, when it has more roots. Totally up to you.

2). A distorted spike can be caused...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-01-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,382
Posted By Tim C.
The crawly bug looks a bit to me like a grub, or...

The crawly bug looks a bit to me like a grub, or maybe a really pale millipede. Here in the states, most of the millipedes I see are much darker, to almost black. The snails you want to get rid of...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-01-2013, 01:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,246
Posted By Tim C.
The potting medium is really up to you. If your...

The potting medium is really up to you. If your growing area is really dry, then use a mix that holds water more - like pure sphagnum, placed loosely around the roots (don't pack it in like you...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-01-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,246
Posted By Tim C.
I suspect it's a case of dehydration. Aside from...

I suspect it's a case of dehydration. Aside from semi-hydro, I've never heard of self-watering pots being used for orchids - and semi-hydro doesn't use standard self-watering pots. If it's one of...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-31-2013, 08:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,575
Posted By Tim C.
All orchids should be watered as their individual...

All orchids should be watered as their individual needs dictate - so if the one in recovery is getting dry, give it a good soaking.

Watering orchids has less to do - in my opinion - with forcing a...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-31-2013, 07:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,387
Posted By Tim C.
That's definitely a new pseudobulb. A spike...

That's definitely a new pseudobulb. A spike would be much, much thinner, and come from the side of a pbulb, instead of in front of it.

As for whether or not your back bulb would live, I can't say...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-30-2013, 07:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,951
Posted By Tim C.
For water, keep the potting mix moist - not too...

For water, keep the potting mix moist - not too dry, not too wet. For light, I'd keep it low while the plant recovers. Maybe light shade to some filtered sunlight. you'd be surprised at how well...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-30-2013, 01:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,043
Posted By Tim C.
As long as the current spike is flowering and...

As long as the current spike is flowering and doing well, the old spike dying off shouldn't affect it. The new spike has active water flow through its tissues, so that will keep it going and alive. ...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-30-2013, 12:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,277
Posted By Tim C.
If the base is rotting and turning black, then...

If the base is rotting and turning black, then it's most likely being caused by over-watering. The white dots are probably mold/fungus, which come with rot. Do you know how the roots look? How...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-30-2013, 12:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,043
Posted By Tim C.
The phal's roots look healthy, to me. As long as...

The phal's roots look healthy, to me. As long as they're not brown/black, and are still firm, I wouldn't worry too much about coloration. I've had plants' roots turn all kinds of colors on me, but...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2013, 10:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,043
Posted By Tim C.
I totally didn't see your questions about your...

I totally didn't see your questions about your Phal. The stem you're referring to I'm going to assume you mean inflorescence - the stem that carries the flowers. If the is the case, then Phal stems...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2013, 08:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,313
Posted By Tim C.
I just wanted to let anyone interested know that...

I just wanted to let anyone interested know that I ordered a Rynchorides Bangkok Sunset - and a Phrag. schlimii - from Seagrove Orchids, and the plant is amazingly healthy. It has lots of big, plump...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2013, 07:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,951
Posted By Tim C.
MissB will only be able to post pics once she's...

MissB will only be able to post pics once she's reached 5 posts. Hopefully we'll have some when that time comes.

-Tim
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2013, 07:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,951
Posted By Tim C.
I may be hopeful, but I say yes, it is possible...

I may be hopeful, but I say yes, it is possible to save an Oncidium with one green pbulb and some healthy roots - IF it has any living eyes on it. You can find the eyes at the base of the...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,043
Posted By Tim C.
I remember when I first started growing orchids,...

I remember when I first started growing orchids, I bought so many different types. Some died, some thrived, and some just sat there doing nothing. It's all trial and error, honestly. Even people...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2013, 04:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 942
Posted By Tim C.
Phals like to have their potting mix kept moist. ...

Phals like to have their potting mix kept moist. If it's potted in a bark mix, you'll definitely need more than 1/4 a cup of water. Your best bet is to take the plant to the sink (or wherever you...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 03-29-2013, 04:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,704
Posted By Tim C.
I agree - both of the photos show great root...

I agree - both of the photos show great root growth. The first one, where the middle roots are lacking, is the only one I'd be mildly concerned about, and even then there is no sign of rot that I...
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