Newbie Orchid Addict Bedroom Window Grow Area
Hi to all, im a recent orchid enthusiast which has escalated into a real pleasure over the last 1 - 2 years with the ideal opportunity of the perfect window setting. Have always loved them but until now have never had the ideal location to support them. Its time for making up lost time. Believe it or not i actually sleep in this room and dragon vivariums keep the room at a steady minimum of 18 - 20 oc peaking to 25 - 28 oc when sun shines from dawn till 3 pm ish. Im in central England UK so Mr/Mrs Sun is shy at best of times.
In the last month I acquired a gorgeous 6ft meandering walnut branch and took the plunge and mounted 40 odd of 55 varied orchid species. Pot culture did not suit the conditions. Lot of root rot issues. I spray twice daily to deter mite threats but this backfired on me with the bark in pots. Here is my epiphytic attempt at a slice of natural habitat. im rather proud of it but i know i have mistakes still to make. Have 9 assorted catasetums and stanhopeas on way and cant wait. Im matt and would love some advice and feedback.
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