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  1. June 4th, 2008, 12:59 PM #1
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    Default Sc. Crystelle Smith 'Aileen'

    I got this 3 years ago, first time blooming.
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  2. June 4th, 2008, 01:30 PM #2
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    Good Job, she's a beaut.
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    congrats on its first blooming, Its beautiful I've been looking for this clone that I think has a AM/AOS now. My other clone isn't quite as nice
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    It is lovely and i think I know a bit of the history on the naming of this one.

    There is a breeder in Florida and the orchid's name is his mother's. The breeder also uses 'Crystelle' as a clonal name on only his best awarded clones.
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    Yes, this clone has the AM award indeed.
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    IT is really beautiful!

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    So Pretty and delicate. Love the clear pink.
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    Definately a keeper! I was about to say 'well worth the wait' but 3 years; you got patience.
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    It's a beautiful. perfect bloom.
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    Gorgeous! I may have to add this to the ever growing list!
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