Please help with dracula problem

[RosieC]

I've still not managed to get a picture of mine, but I got the idea from the bottom of this page by Ray.

"Stretch" Your Growing Conditions

[31drew31]

I grow Dracula's and Masdevallia's in net pots with pure LFS. I water when the top is nearly bone dry, but the inside near the roots is still moist. Humidity ranges from 70% during the day to 90% at night.

D. chimaera is actually flowering right now for me, with other Dracula's just sending out spikes. Ill take some photos today of the flower and set up for those interested.

[31drew31]

Just noticed that your Dracula is potted in clay while browsing your orchid blog. Since this species sends spikes out through the bottom and sides a net pot is recommended. Not sure if the spike would find its way through the bottom hole, or just quit growing but I would suggest you move it to a net pot once you get it's leaves forming correctly

Originally Posted by 31drew31

Just noticed that your Dracula is potted in clay while browsing your orchid blog. Since this species sends spikes out through the bottom and sides a net pot is recommended. Not sure if the spike would find its way through the bottom hole, or just quit growing but I would suggest you move it to a net pot once you get it's leaves forming correctly

Thanks for your advice!
I have repotted it into net pot. Here it is now:



I just need to find a suitable top for this container to make sure there is still some air going in.

[RosieC]

You will find humidity increased even without a top on that pot. Water vapour tends to fall, so moisture will generally stay inside the container and humidity will be raised.

[31drew31]

Looking good!