OK. OK. Give me a break!

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"Wendy7" wrote in message
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The EpiWeb makes new rots like mad?? *G* Sorry Ray, I couldn't pass on
this one!
Cheers Wendy
"Ray B" wrote in message
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FWIW, I've been finding that they do really well in EpiWeb pots or
baskets of EpiWeb chunks. The little droplets of water are held in the
web without any fear of restricting air flow.

I find that it doesn't take any more care than normal empty-basket
culture (possibly less), and I've been experimenting with the depth,
figuring a taller pot full of the chunks might hold onto more water
droplets.

I have two neostylis plants (Neofinetia falcata x Rhynchostylis Mary
Motes) next to each other. One is in a 4" deep basket about 10" in
diameter (the root system dictated that), the other is about 9" tall.
Both were being grown really dry when I got them late last year, and they
are both putting out new rots like mad. So far, I can tell no
difference.

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"v_coerulea" wrote in message
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It's a younger plant but has the same color. I grow Asctm mounted and in
a basket. I think it depends on your preference and watering habits.If
you use a basket, use large chunky stuff that doesn't break down very
fast or hold lots of water. Since the plants are fairly small I use
pumice rock where weight isn't an issue as it might be in a 12 or 14"
basket. I use 6" baskets for single plants which is plenty as they
mature. The one in the picture is an 8" pot because it's a group of 3
siblings.
Gary

"Wendy7" wrote in message
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Nice one Gary, wondering if this one is from the same group as the one
I got from you. (the same age) If so, then
it likes the wooden basket much more! No?
Cheers Wendy
"v_coerulea" wrote in message
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Here's a basket of this cross. It's a wonderful middle color between
the two parents. All offspring seem to be this color.
Gary