I need advice!!!

[Hoa Tony Nguyen]

I think that maybe Julie, you are right. Thanks Julie! I used to have this problem everytime I moved plants from growing outside to wintering inside the house. I don't do this anymore. I always thought that is due to the temperature shock.
For cattleyas, however it could a combination of 2 factors: cold and wet at the same time. Cold and wet will cause root rot. And when the catts lost their roots en mass, they drop their leaves, the older ones first then the new ones. The remedy: allowing the plants to dry out and keep them warmer at night (60 F or above), they will re-root and you will be fine!

Cheers. Hoa.

[EdistoMikey]

Thanks you to everybody that replied to my delima...

I am just an amatuer at this, so I doub't I will be able to give anyone usefull advice. I really do appreciate all the advive you guys/gals have given me. I hope one day I will have enough knowledge to help out someone else.....


Thanks a million...

Mikey

[Piper]

I am just an amatuer at this, so I doub't I will be able to give anyone usefull advice. I really do appreciate all the advive you guys/gals have given me. I hope one day I will have enough knowledge to help out someone else.....

Hi Mickey,

Someone here posted a quote last August that I really loved:

"Good judgement comes from experience, and experience comes from bad judgement." - Fred Brooks, University of North Carolina

That you’re raising orchids and not afraid to make mistakes means you’ll learn a lot and become an Obi Wan with time and patience. Good luck and may the Force be with you!

Julie

PS - I give advice freely...but don't confuse quantity with quality!

[catfan]

Hi Mikey-

Welcome to the forum...If you haven't already, I suggest you attend and think about becoming a member of Coastal Carolina Orchid Society...

http://www.coastalcarolinaorchidsociety.org/

We're a great group of orchid enthusiasts, and have great speakers and fun at our meetings. Visitors are always welcome!

c.

PS- Depending on the size of your greenhouse, you might want to try 1 or more oil filled, electric, radiant heaters. I have 2 in my 11'x22' greenhouse (DeLongie sp?...from a home store) that do the trick. They have built in timers and thermostats, and you won't have to worry about gas fumes. I bought a Southern Burner vented gas heater several years ago, but I don't think it does as good a job or is any cheaper than 2 electric heaters. Good luck...

[Lore]

I know you already received the advice you needed, just wanted to say welcome aboard and good luck with your greenhouse growing! Hope you'll share some pics soon.