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Old 25-10-2003, 10:32 PM
Diana Kulaga
 
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Default Bifrenaria harrisoniana Culture

All,

Anyone know something about this one? My research tells me that it wants a
winter dry rest, but I've also found some conflicting info (imagine that!).
One site calls the plant 'cold growing', while Jay's site refutes that.
Also, Jay calls for shade; another says bright light. One site advises to
withhold water and nutrients right up until the plant is in bud.

I have it in shade now. It's in a mix of CHC, Aliflor, charcoal and sponge
rock. My conditions are warm, for those who might not have known that.
It's a mature plant, doing well, and still growing new bulbs.

Given that it is still putting out growth that will not be complete for at
least a month, I would hesitate to dry it out in mid-November as I will some
other plants. Also, it seems extreme to rest it until buds show up.

What do you think? Any advice gratefully accepted.

Diana