Pam,

Thanks for the kind words about the plants.

I sometimes wish a bit for a greenhouse, but then I shake myself and imagine
how many plants I'd pack into one. Then, I go back to paying the electric
bill to support my "under light" hobby lit by 24, 4 ft florescents and a
1000w metal halide. Most of the mature and larger plants spend from about
April to October outside under former sliding doors placed about 3 ft above
the plants to help control the amount of water and sun they get. It works
pretty well, but a greenhouse would offer more control. No plans to build
one, however.

doug bolt
Visit: http://www.boltassociates.com

profpam wrote:
Hi, Doug,

"That said, most plants are grown elsewhere during part of the year -
either outside or under lights." Yes, I thought perhaps this was the
case, especially with catasetums. I must say you have some
wonderfully grown plants. In gearing my commentary toward the
novice, who may be reading the thread, I am sorry I did not
acknowledge the fact that you had posted some really great pics.

. . . Pam
Everything Orchid Management System
http://www.pe.net/~profpam/page3.html