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06-03-2007, 12:33 AM
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| Orchid arsenal? I was wondering if someone could point me to a thread if one exists already, or possibly make a short list of supplies the orchid grower should keep on hand. I am specifically interested in orchid safe pesticides, fungicides, etc., but anything else is welcome, because I'm sure I'm missing something (a lot of somethings!). Thanks in advance!       |
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06-03-2007, 01:09 AM
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| My "arsenal" consists only of: 1) ground cinnamon (an anti-fungal) 2) Insecticidal soap (In the US, Safer's soap is good - u can use it in yoru home) 3) bleach (for sterilizing) And that's about it. I do have a stronger insecticide called Scale Gun but I only use it outside.
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06-03-2007, 02:20 AM
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| Hmm, well this is what I keep on hand. Some of these I keep on hand anyway for other reasons, and I have many different types of plants besides orchids so if needed for the orchids it's there. neem spray epsom salts rubbing acohol peroxide bleach fertilizer I have about four different kinds spare pots bark sphag perlite pea gravel charcoal several sets of scissors hobby knife (razor type) plant tags old beat up mixing bowls colander strainer old one for cleaning rocks, rinsing bark, charcoal, etc.
__________________ "If nature ever showed her playfulness in the formation of plants, this is visible in the most striking way among the orchids. They take on the form of little birds, of lizards, of insects, a man, a woman, sometimes like a clown who excites our laughter. They represent the image of a lazy tortoise, a melancholy toad, an agile, ever-chattering monkey. Nature has formed orchid flowers in such a way that, unless they make us laugh, they surely excite our greatest admiration." Jacob Breynius |
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06-03-2007, 07:38 AM
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| ..........which brings me to the following question: after cutting a flower spike, is it recommended to spray an anti-fungal or sprinkle cinammon on the tip of the spike left on the plant? |
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06-03-2007, 07:48 AM
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| Sandra nothing is necessary for cutting a flower spike, the plant has already killed it off. Just cut it and forget it.
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06-04-2007, 12:06 AM
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| Thanks Fred, I have been away and didn't see your post till this evening. I have learned a few new things, guess the old dog can learn a little hee-hee. That was very sweet. I also forgot that I cannot get anything to grow without a pinch of dog hair or cat hair. 
__________________ "If nature ever showed her playfulness in the formation of plants, this is visible in the most striking way among the orchids. They take on the form of little birds, of lizards, of insects, a man, a woman, sometimes like a clown who excites our laughter. They represent the image of a lazy tortoise, a melancholy toad, an agile, ever-chattering monkey. Nature has formed orchid flowers in such a way that, unless they make us laugh, they surely excite our greatest admiration." Jacob Breynius |
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06-04-2007, 12:47 AM
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| Quote=brookn]I also forgot that I cannot get anything to grow without a pinch of dog hair or cat hair. I agree with you there. good way to keep the plants warm on a cold night also lol |
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06-04-2007, 12:53 AM
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| I like Kevin's list! Nice and minimal for us folks that aren't "in the money." Or who would rather spend the money on more plants! I don't remember seeing in the cinnamon thread- can it be used for root rot, or is it just better for crown rot and helping cuts (on plants) to heal? I did remember seeing that cinnamon will dry the roots out, so I'm not sure if a "cinnamon solution" would work..... Thanks, everyone! |
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