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  1. April 9th, 2009, 05:47 PM #1
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    Default C. maxima - first bloom

    This is the very first bloom of this C. maxima plant.
    I bought it a couple of years ago as near blooming size.


    It is potted in a 6-inch wood basket.


    Flowers


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    How exciting. I can't wait for my first bloom (in my care) on any of my orchids. That's some gorgeous color too!! Congrats
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    very nice John...congrats!
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    Such a wonderful color and bloom!! I love it!

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    Beautiful, Good Growing.
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    I like this species. Mine just finished blooming! (I thought they were Fall bloomers, but *shrug*)
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    Beautiful blooms! (I like the rebellious root that is sticking straight up )
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