Many of my orchids are enjoying the outdoors this summer. As a result, many
got infested by ants, many of the Catts and the Catts hybrids, those that
are in pots as well as those that are mounted. I see ants congragating on
new growths (probably enjoying the sap). Now I think that there is nothing
to worry about (for now), but I heard somewhere that ants generally attract
scales and other unwanted kaka. Also, in about 2 months I'm going to start
thinking of bringing them in, and obviously I'm concerned about the ants. I
have over 200 pots and mounts that will probably need to be treated somehow.
Can anyone recommend what I need to do in order to rid the plants of these
pesky creatures w/o damaging the plants? Any chemicals that are easy to
spray or treat the orchids with? Do I need to repot every one of them before
I take them indoors? Assistance much appreciated.


Mariana