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Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-08-2012, 05:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 13,021
Posted By Leadfoot
I would try simple, water soluble, food coloring.

I would try simple, water soluble, food coloring.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 11-08-2012, 01:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 13,021
Posted By Leadfoot
I have a similar one that I got at Lowes. It's...

I have a similar one that I got at Lowes. It's my most vigorously growing Phal -- it has added four huge leaves in just a few months. It lives in a souteast facing window in my bedroom, and I'm...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 09-18-2012, 05:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,537
Posted By Leadfoot
That's called a Keiki. It will eventually grow...

That's called a Keiki. It will eventually grow new roots and you can then cut it off and replant it. Do a search on this topic and read for more details.
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 09-14-2012, 09:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 18,703
Posted By Leadfoot
I've had great root response using a combination...

I've had great root response using a combination of Kelpmax and KLM.
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 09-12-2012, 06:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,042
Posted By Leadfoot
FWIW, these plants live inside in a southeast...

FWIW, these plants live inside in a southeast facing window. RH in the room is between 48 and 60% over the past few months.
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 09-12-2012, 05:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,042
Posted By Leadfoot
Quick update: Both the Phal and Paph were moved...

Quick update: Both the Phal and Paph were moved to S/H after a soak in a combination of KelpMax and KLM. Since then I've just been using tap water (~220 ppm hardness) to flush the media every other...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-31-2012, 01:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,070
Posted By Leadfoot
Looking forward to the photos. What's the...

Looking forward to the photos. What's the specific name of that beauty? Want to look into culture and consider adding it to my collection -- but a quick glance suggests they are cool growing, which...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-31-2012, 02:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,070
Posted By Leadfoot
Observations from a noob: I just checked my...

Observations from a noob:

I just checked my two phals...which I've owned for a few months....

The NOID has 10" mature leaves that are much more firm than the 6" and 2" younger and still-growing...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-26-2012, 12:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,714
Posted By Leadfoot
I'm a noob at growing orchids, but I will share...

I'm a noob at growing orchids, but I will share my experience...

My Vanda Cindy Banks 'Bill's Choice' AM/AOS grows most of her roots away from the sun towards the ground. She is grown on a...
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 08-25-2012, 09:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,519
Posted By Leadfoot
Hi Anna, Holy smokes, you have LOTS of...

Hi Anna,

Holy smokes, you have LOTS of oeceoclades! Pretty flowers too! Tell me about the mix you're using. Also tell me about your watering schedule and how much light do you give them?
...
Forum: Introductions - Break the Ice ! 08-24-2012, 09:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,519
Posted By Leadfoot
Hi Anna & Husband, Welcome! :) I'm a bit to...

Hi Anna & Husband, Welcome! :) I'm a bit to your north! Do you have any pictures of the plants you keep or keys to your success growing them? I'm just getting my feet wet with outdoor orchids --...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 08-24-2012, 09:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,042
Posted By Leadfoot
Thanks Ray. I was hoping you'd respond. :) I'm...

Thanks Ray. I was hoping you'd respond. :) I'm going to move my recovering Phal to the porch and see how it responds -- right now it's in water culture and has only one root. I'm encouraging root...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 08-23-2012, 11:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,042
Posted By Leadfoot
What's "really warm" for you? FWIW, I'm...

What's "really warm" for you?

FWIW, I'm growing those plants indoors on a windowsill now. Temp is about 83 during day and 75 at night. RH is between 50 and 60%. Light for both plants is within...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 08-23-2012, 02:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,042
Posted By Leadfoot
Easiest orchid to transfer to S/H

What do you all think is the easiest orchid to transfer to S/H? I want to get my feet wet, pardon the pun, with S/H, but not sure what plant I should start with.

I'm considering both a rescued...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-18-2012, 01:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,401
Posted By Leadfoot
I am partial to Nodosa, but my experience is...

I am partial to Nodosa, but my experience is limited.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-18-2012, 01:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,690
Posted By Leadfoot
Does anyone else think those roots are super...

Does anyone else think those roots are super thick for a nodosa?

I have two, and none come close to the width of those roots. The roots on my plants are much thinner.

Just struck me as odd...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 08-10-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,573
Posted By Leadfoot
Does it get sun on both sides? Dr. Motes...

Does it get sun on both sides? Dr. Motes suggests this is a requirement for Vandas, although I don't have the experience to confirm/deny this allegation, I did want to pass it on. Perhaps someone...
Forum: Semi-Hydroponic Culture 08-09-2012, 04:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,871
Posted By Leadfoot
What about if the orchid (in my case, a phal) is...

What about if the orchid (in my case, a phal) is living in water culture currently?

I would presume you do similarly, but are there any other tips you might suggest?
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-19-2012, 04:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,095
Posted By Leadfoot
Looks dehydrated to my rookie eyes, either root...

Looks dehydrated to my rookie eyes, either root rot or watering practices are where I'd look first.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-06-2012, 06:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,270
Posted By Leadfoot
Orchid Juice p.s. Hello everyone. :)

Orchid Juice

p.s. Hello everyone. :)
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