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Not an orchid but...
Went out to get some more CHC and sphag today..came home with that AND two
bromeliads! What kind of light levels do Bromeliads take? Hubby the plant hater picked these out "hey, you don't have any of these, here, get these two" so I sort of HAVE to keep them alive...help! -- Hugs, Molli |
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Not an orchid but...
Hi, Molli,
I don't know what kind you bought, but we have loads of them; Frank loves 'em, and so do I. We mounted them on driftwood with Liquid Nails to anchor them in place; Elmer's Glue is okay, too. We grow ours in bright light and water every couple of days. Of course, we're in FL, and they grow outside by the pool; if I remember correctly, you're in CO, and your humidity won't be the same as ours. Wendy knows lots more about these than I do though! In any event, they reward us with blooms regularly. Diana |
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Not an orchid but...
These are potted in promix, in small pots. My humidity in my orchid room
ranges from 65% to 80% depending on how long its been since the timer on the humidifier went off. I'll move them to a bit brighter light, thanks. -- Hugs, Molli Hi, Molli, I don't know what kind you bought, but we have loads of them; Frank loves 'em, and so do I. We mounted them on driftwood with Liquid Nails to anchor them in place; Elmer's Glue is okay, too. We grow ours in bright light and water every couple of days. Of course, we're in FL, and they grow outside by the pool; if I remember correctly, you're in CO, and your humidity won't be the same as ours. Wendy knows lots more about these than I do though! In any event, they reward us with blooms regularly. Diana |
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Not an orchid but...
There are many different kinds of bromeliads. In general, the ones with
soft thin leaves do well treated like Phals. The ones with harder, thicker leaves can take more light and less water. -- Kenni Judd Juno Beach Orchids http://www.jborchids.com "molli" wrote in message ... These are potted in promix, in small pots. My humidity in my orchid room ranges from 65% to 80% depending on how long its been since the timer on the humidifier went off. I'll move them to a bit brighter light, thanks. -- Hugs, Molli Hi, Molli, I don't know what kind you bought, but we have loads of them; Frank loves 'em, and so do I. We mounted them on driftwood with Liquid Nails to anchor them in place; Elmer's Glue is okay, too. We grow ours in bright light and water every couple of days. Of course, we're in FL, and they grow outside by the pool; if I remember correctly, you're in CO, and your humidity won't be the same as ours. Wendy knows lots more about these than I do though! In any event, they reward us with blooms regularly. Diana |
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Not an orchid but...
Thanks Kenni, I got one of each of those...lol!
-- Hugs, Molli "Kenni Judd" wrote in message . .. There are many different kinds of bromeliads. In general, the ones with soft thin leaves do well treated like Phals. The ones with harder, thicker leaves can take more light and less water. -- Kenni Judd Juno Beach Orchids http://www.jborchids.com "molli" wrote in message ... These are potted in promix, in small pots. My humidity in my orchid room ranges from 65% to 80% depending on how long its been since the timer on the humidifier went off. I'll move them to a bit brighter light, thanks. -- Hugs, Molli Hi, Molli, I don't know what kind you bought, but we have loads of them; Frank loves 'em, and so do I. We mounted them on driftwood with Liquid Nails to anchor them in place; Elmer's Glue is okay, too. We grow ours in bright light and water every couple of days. Of course, we're in FL, and they grow outside by the pool; if I remember correctly, you're in CO, and your humidity won't be the same as ours. Wendy knows lots more about these than I do though! In any event, they reward us with blooms regularly. Diana |
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Not an orchid but...
Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with
sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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Not an orchid but...
Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with
sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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Not an orchid but...
Thanks Elinor. One of them has a 'pup' starting, its one of the reasons I
got it. (Hubby picked out the color and general shape, I picked the best looking of that genera) This is kind of neat..something new to worry and fuss over! -- Hugs, Molli "ARIET B" wrote in message ... Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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Not an orchid but...
Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with
sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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Not an orchid but...
Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with
sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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Not an orchid but...
Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with
sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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Not an orchid but...
Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with
sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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Not an orchid but...
Thanks Elinor. One of them has a 'pup' starting, its one of the reasons I
got it. (Hubby picked out the color and general shape, I picked the best looking of that genera) This is kind of neat..something new to worry and fuss over! -- Hugs, Molli "ARIET B" wrote in message ... Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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Not an orchid but...
Thanks Elinor. One of them has a 'pup' starting, its one of the reasons I
got it. (Hubby picked out the color and general shape, I picked the best looking of that genera) This is kind of neat..something new to worry and fuss over! -- Hugs, Molli "ARIET B" wrote in message ... Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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Not an orchid but...
Thanks Elinor. One of them has a 'pup' starting, its one of the reasons I
got it. (Hubby picked out the color and general shape, I picked the best looking of that genera) This is kind of neat..something new to worry and fuss over! -- Hugs, Molli "ARIET B" wrote in message ... Just a couple of things to think about- some kinds have stiff leaves, with sharp points (read that: thorns) on the ends. When these get big- dangerous to get too near. Other types have somewhat softer leaves and no "thorns". Granted: the thornier ones are more dramatic looking. Then there is the matter of the "water-holding" center of the plants. Has tendency to breed mosquitoes. - they say the flushing the center out with a hose, on a regular (weekly, or more) basis, will take care of that. But just be aware of this if and when you bring them in the house. The way they grow: Each plant lives about one cycle, and produces a side-shoot after maturation or blooming. Any one plant will not rebloom. Eventually you will want to cut off the old plant, leaving room for the new one (or2) to grow. Do not try to pull it out of the ground- just cut it off, just below the "vase". In other words, ABOVE where the new plant has grown. Have fun with them!! Elinor, the picture-less. |
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