Vandas in Glass Vases

[trdyl]

I have been growing a Vanda seedling with this method for about 5 weeks now. It is having good root growth and a new leaf is pushing out. I think this little bugger is going to thrive.

[ronkbrown]

Hi all,
was wondering if this method of cultivation would be suitable for Phalaenopsis? I can't see why it wouldn't but I've never grown either plant ( successfully ). Maybe there is a reason it wouldn't do & maybe there's someone already doing it. I understand there's light intensity differences but beyond that & size most else seems the same.
This is quite hypothetical of course...I'm just curious.

Ron

[trdyl]

Originally Posted by ronkbrown

Hi all,
was wondering if this method of cultivation would be suitable for Phalaenopsis? I can't see why it wouldn't but I've never grown either plant ( successfully ). Maybe there is a reason it wouldn't do & maybe there's someone already doing it. I understand there's light intensity differences but beyond that & size most else seems the same.
This is quite hypothetical of course...I'm just curious.

Ron

I am very sure they would do well in it. Just there are easier ways to grow Phals.

[nutgirl]

I also find it helpful to lay a damp washcloth loosely around the top of the vase after I soak mine. When it dries out I take it off (if I remember).

It seems to keep the moisture and humidity up for a while longer. I've seen improved root growth since I started doing it.

Ted, yours looks very happy!

Maureen

[trdyl]

Thanks Maureen. I am happy with the results so far. I would not have ever thought of this type of culture had it not been for this place, OB. Always had problems with Vandas in the past right from the start. We live and learn. Unfortunately we learn by killing orchids in the process. I am already thinking of which Vanda I want to try next.

[nenella]

Originally Posted by trdyl

I have been growing a Vanda seedling with this method for about 5 weeks now. It is having good root growth and a new leaf is pushing out. I think this little bugger is going to thrive.

I Think so too! Looks like it's Very thriving!
Looks wonderful & full of growing roots! You're doing well: keep us posted!
I'm especially interested on following how your roots that 'touch' the glass especially at the bottom fare? as in my conditions I have learn't that they do better when they don't touch the glass, or bottom if there's any water... Mine Stop growing at the tip and eventually put out new side roots...
Anyone else have any opinions?

Maureen; that's a super idea iI will be trying from tomorrow! Can you post a pic of what it looks kike withthe damp cloth as pics speak more than words!

[Monique.rbld]

Trdyl do you put water on the bottom of the glass?

[nutgirl]

Nenella, here's the photo. It is literally just a piece of terry cloth around the top. It's not very attractive but it does the job.

The terry cloth works well since it holds moisture for a while but allows the vase to breath, I would like to come up with something that's not so tacky.

Ted, I would never have tried Vanda's without seeing this post on OB.

The picture is Ascoscenda 'Princess Mikasa', I also have an Ascoscentrum curvifolium in a vase. Both bloomed this year.

Maureen

[trdyl]

Originally Posted by Monique.rbld

Trdyl do you put water on the bottom of the glass?

While there is a little left in the bottom, that is left over from draining it. Every morning the vase gets filled with plain tap water of fertilizer solution and is allowed to soak for about 30 minutes. After that it is drained out.

[trdyl]

Originally Posted by nutgirl

It is literally just a piece of terry cloth around the top. It's not very attractive but it does the job.

The terry cloth works well since it holds moisture for a while but allows the vase to breath, I would like to come up with something that's not so tacky.

Maureen

That is a great idea. Looks like it would really help if you had to leave for a couple of days.

nenella, Will do!