Gentle Persuasion

[CulpableCaptive]

Last week I received two miniature Cymbidiums I let the vendor select for me based on a few descriptives of what I was looking for and my growing conditions. I was fortunate, she was skilled in orchids.
I was sent Cymbidium Sweetheart 'Elegance' and Cymbidium eburneum. After searching the cyber globe, I would not have been able to select two more perfect miniature cymbidiums to fit my needs.

Does anyone have either of these little gems? And can you share any care and culture tips?
Although I grow most of my plants in passive hydroponics - any and all suggestions are welcome.
I would like to get them off to a good start of growth and encourage them to bloom within a year.
Thanks!

[davetheorchidaddict]

I grow my Cym's in pots using a potting soil with peet. They like watered frequently and are able to take cold weather above 32, I put them on the ground and cover them when it gets that cold.

[Brooke]

I have the Cym Sweetheart 'Sensation'



It is a warm growing Cym and does not need to cool down to bloom, in fact will rebel if it gets too cold. Mine never goes below 60 and blooms every year at this time. It is potted in my CHC mix and sits in the middle of my high light plants.

I don't have a clue if you can grow it in s/h or if you can give it enough light in Manhattan but I wish you luck.

Brooke

[kmarch]

Thanks Brooke I was going to chime in and say Dave's advice is for standard cymbidiums and that the miniatures don't need the cool. You've beat me to it!!