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07-07-2007, 02:10 PM
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Best place to purchase reasonably priced vanda
Hello everyone and happy weekend to you all!
I would like to purchase a vanda, but am unsure where to start. I am still somewhat new to orchids and have never owned a vanda before. I want to purchase a plant to just see if I can grow it in my location. I really don't want to take a risk on a $60 plant until I am pretty sure I won't kill it, but I also don't want to buy a plant in poor health from a bad vendor that is doomed to die regardless.
Does anyone have any suggestions on where to start?
Thanks for any suggestions!
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07-07-2007, 03:57 PM
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07-07-2007, 04:09 PM
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Thanks!
Should I choose hybrids, species, or mericlones? Any suggestions for something easier than another?
I saw that website and was in awe-it is quite famous! (to us at least)
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07-07-2007, 04:54 PM
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Ah!!! A tougher question!
Choose one that you love...that's all that counts
A little treat for you...here are a few pictures I took while I was touring R.F last year. Bob Fuchs is a great guy and his property is awe-inspiring! I tell everybody that if they ever have the opportunity to take the tour at RF, it shouldn't be missed. It's an experience I will never forget...
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07-07-2007, 05:02 PM
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Pictures like that make me want to brave the critters you guys were talking about and move to FL! That was even more beautiful than I had imagined.
What an inspiration!
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07-07-2007, 05:09 PM
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A few more...
pics from RF ORchids...
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07-22-2007, 06:39 PM
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Thanks
Hey, thanks for those photos of RF Orchids. I have also been shopping around for a vanda, and those are definitely good looking plants!
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08-10-2007, 01:14 PM
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Hey Pinkcat...if you haven't purchased a vanda yet, you may want to try ebay. I just purchased my first vanda on ebay for $4.50 and if it doesn't work out, I am not out a whole lotta money. The orchid is from someone in FL where all he does is sell and grow orchids. I haven't got the plant yet, otherwise I would post a pic, but if there's anything wrong with the plant I will be sure to post...and of course if its great I will post that 2!!!!!
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08-10-2007, 03:25 PM
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Thanks everyone for the help,
Candice- let me know how that turns out for you. If you have a good ebay seller and don't mind, let me know the user name so I can watch for some yummy plants...
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08-10-2007, 05:20 PM
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Sure thing Pinkcat, I difinitely willkeep you posted! I have six plants coming from him and I am excited to get them, because if they are decent and are trully in spike, I will let everyone know, especially you! I saw your threas in beginner's forum with your new plants! I am sorry that happened to you! I hope they make it!
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