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Orchid Culture Notes

I am a compulsive teacher, and my higher life calling reflects in my orchid growing.  As I discover solutions and new ideas, I wish to benefit others with that awareness.  I hope my experiences can offer insights, ways of thinking about orchid culture, and provide a foundation for adaptation in your growing space.  Innovation can expand into even more innovation.

Dockrillia (Dendrobium) linguiformis

 

The “moss mount” for orchids: improving moisture and root growth

January 24, 2018 By A'na Sa'tara

This is a simple modification that we've made to a number of Dendrobium cork mounts and baskets, and it has dramatically improved root growth, and subsequently, cane growth.  It can be an asset to growing humidity- or moisture-loving species and hybrids in a drier environment, or help maintain more … [Read more...] about The “moss mount” for orchids: improving moisture and root growth

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Dendrobium jonesii: a new life in hydroton for an Australian species

January 8, 2018 By A'na Sa'tara

Dendrobium jonesii

My culture quest for this species began with the usual impetus … my Dendrobium jonesii were not thriving; while not declining, they were not robustly growing like our other Australian Dendrobium.  We have a dedicated Australian Dendrobium area in the shade house, receiving about 1500-2000fc of … [Read more...] about Dendrobium jonesii: a new life in hydroton for an Australian species

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A natural ant and ground insect pesticide for the shadehouse (and indoors): cedar oil

January 8, 2018 By A'na Sa'tara

Cymbidium Mitzi Mabel

I am committed to keeping my toxic footprint on the world (and myself) as low as possible.  It is no different for my orchid growing, and I am always looking for the least toxic solution to any pest problem.  Fortunately, with vigilance and very clean growing areas, I've handled the occasional … [Read more...] about A natural ant and ground insect pesticide for the shadehouse (and indoors): cedar oil

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