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Old 01-22-2008, 05:31 PM
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Nancy,

First off, don't be intimidated by Paphs. The approximately 450 Paphs I have all growing in a windowsill (more accurately shelves in a window), have unanimously asked me to tell you that you need not feel intimated by them.

Go to the American Orchid Society and download the Paph culture sheet and/or read the culture sheet on this forum. Depending on what kind of Paph it is, Paphs often do well with lower levels of light and are ideal for some folks who never thought they had enough light for orchids.

Give the sulture sheets a read and let us know if you have questions.

I occasionally get a bug nibble (especially in summer when some of the plants go outdoors), I've never used any kind of treatment on the nibble and have never had any problems. The biggest leaf problem I have had is with bacterial rot on thicker-leaves Paphs which I treat with a bacteriacide and increased airflow.

Happy Paph growing!
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