[Joyce W]

Hello,

I am a novice at Orchid growing. I love them but have been fearful of successfully caring for them. I purchased 3 two years ago that were marked down at a local nursery because they were no longer in bloom and decided I would jump in and learn. They did well the first year, two of them bloomed. For fear of overwatering and traveling too much last year I nearly lost two of them but after a lot of care and monitoring I have new growth and was so ecstatic, I went out and bought 3 more this week.

I have found lighting and watering needs for the Psychopsis Kalihi, but the leaves have small black spots and some damage to the ends of the leaves (pictures posted). A book I have, "Orchid Growing for Wimps" by Ellen Zachos, says that the small black spots could be an indication that it has been overwatered. Please look at my posted photos and let me know if this appears to be the case or is there another problem that needs to be addressed.

I need care information for the other two;
Paph Temptation (kolopakingii 'Klehm's' x philippinense 'Ratcliffe')
Bl Golden Glory (Does Bl stand for Brassavola?)

All three look as if they are in dire need of repotting. Pictures are posted of all.

Thank you for any advice and direction.

Joyce