Thank you, Wendy. It's not likely that the system failed since it's a gas
heater (wall mounted) and is connected the main line to our home. I just
simply screwed up The self watering trays are really handy. Particularly
when you're on the go a lot...as we are. The tray has an insert that a
piece of matting lays on and wicks the water as needed. NW Indiana hasn't
had it's usual -0 temps, but we've had a few nights where it dipped pretty
low. I normally just sit back and read what y'all are up, but figured if
anyone could shed a little hope, it would be y'all. Thanks for everything.
It's very much appreciated.
peace...
debbie

"Wendy" wrote in message
...
How very sad Debbie, Did your heating system fail? Not sure how your self
watering tray works but if it were me, I would have a backup heating
system
& heating cables.
Keep in touch & I will send you something in the spring.
Cheers Wendy
"Deborah F. Ryan" wrote in message
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| Folks, I've been reading through old posts hoping that I could find the
| answer (if there is one) to no avail. We only have about a dozen
orchids.
| All in our little greenhouse which has managed to keep an average
internal
| temp of 60*f (NW Indiana) and all on the same self-watering tray they
have
| been on for several years. The only difference this year, was they were
| moved closer to the door. Obviously, a Really bad move on my part
| Despite the temp being well above freezing, every pot froze solid to the
mat
| and the plants look just awful. They were immediately moved to the
highest
| shelf (as close to the heating source as possible), but it's been nearly
a
| week and they aren't looking any better. At this point, would bringing
them
| indoors Really do them in, or just leave them were they are? Talk about
| feeling sick...
| Thanks in advance!
| peace...debbie
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