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christmas gift reprise
I have determined that the Den can't be saved.
Anyone have any idea what hybrids they typically sell in places like Home Depot? The one I had was purple. I would like to try and find a replacement that is similar so I don't have to tell my father-in-law that the one he gave me was a piece of junk. Thanks, Chris |
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Chris,
Unfortunately I don't know a thing about Dendrobiums nor about Home Depot. BUT I can understand your idea: My first orchid was a No ID Phal that I got from my father. A few weeks (or even days) after I got it, I accidentally decapitated the spike with the window blinds and scarred the leaves seriously. So I decided to go out and buy one just like it, so that I could tell my father that the orchid was doing beautifully if he asked. In my case the first orchid did not die, but got over the accident, and reflowered two years later. But the sentiment of buying another one just like it was definitely the same for me at the time. Here are a few thoughts for you: - You could just go an look at Dendrobiums that are sold in bloom, and if it looks similar enough to your eye, chances are it will fool your father in law. - You might consider not buying your plant at Home Depot, but buying it at a more reliable vendor though, if you think that the quality of the plant was to blame for its early demise. - Before you go out and buy another Dendrobium just like it, consider carefully whether the conditions that you have and your habits of taking care of your orchids are compatible with Dendrobiums. After all if one died on you, you might think about whether another one just like it would have better chances of survival, before you go out and buy one just like it. - Finally, are you sure that your father-in-law would care enough? It might be that getting a Dendrobium just like it is not really necessary, especially if you feel like buying another orchid or two instead. I finally did admit to my father about the accident that the first orchid had, and I got the impression from his reaction, that he did not care as much about this as I did. Of course in my case, I am glad I did it because that really started a wonderful hobby, and I think the guilt over that first plant helped me in paying more attention to orchids. Joanna "Christopher J Barown" wrote in message ... I have determined that the Den can't be saved. Anyone have any idea what hybrids they typically sell in places like Home Depot? The one I had was purple. I would like to try and find a replacement that is similar so I don't have to tell my father-in-law that the one he gave me was a piece of junk. Thanks, Chris |
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Chris,
I have one that is a home depot rescue from a few years age. It is now a large healthy plant. If the name tag is to be believed it is from Flying Dragon Orchids and it is named Burana Jade SM93. Chances of finding it are probably slim though. When I repot it it will be into 1/4 to 3/8" volcanic rock. Similar dendrobiums I have seem to do much better in it. Bob "J Fortuna" wrote in message news:enAKd.225$To.152@trnddc09... Chris, Unfortunately I don't know a thing about Dendrobiums nor about Home Depot. BUT I can understand your idea: My first orchid was a No ID Phal that I got from my father. A few weeks (or even days) after I got it, I accidentally decapitated the spike with the window blinds and scarred the leaves seriously. So I decided to go out and buy one just like it, so that I could tell my father that the orchid was doing beautifully if he asked. In my case the first orchid did not die, but got over the accident, and reflowered two years later. But the sentiment of buying another one just like it was definitely the same for me at the time. Here are a few thoughts for you: - You could just go an look at Dendrobiums that are sold in bloom, and if it looks similar enough to your eye, chances are it will fool your father in law. - You might consider not buying your plant at Home Depot, but buying it at a more reliable vendor though, if you think that the quality of the plant was to blame for its early demise. - Before you go out and buy another Dendrobium just like it, consider carefully whether the conditions that you have and your habits of taking care of your orchids are compatible with Dendrobiums. After all if one died on you, you might think about whether another one just like it would have better chances of survival, before you go out and buy one just like it. - Finally, are you sure that your father-in-law would care enough? It might be that getting a Dendrobium just like it is not really necessary, especially if you feel like buying another orchid or two instead. I finally did admit to my father about the accident that the first orchid had, and I got the impression from his reaction, that he did not care as much about this as I did. Of course in my case, I am glad I did it because that really started a wonderful hobby, and I think the guilt over that first plant helped me in paying more attention to orchids. Joanna "Christopher J Barown" wrote in message ... I have determined that the Den can't be saved. Anyone have any idea what hybrids they typically sell in places like Home Depot? The one I had was purple. I would like to try and find a replacement that is similar so I don't have to tell my father-in-law that the one he gave me was a piece of junk. Thanks, Chris |
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On Wed, 2 Feb 2005 12:02:13 -0600, "Bob Walsh"
wrote: Chris, I have one that is a home depot rescue from a few years age. It is now a large healthy plant. If the name tag is to be believed it is from Flying Dragon Orchids and it is named Burana Jade SM93. Chances of finding it are probably slim though. When I repot it it will be into 1/4 to 3/8" volcanic rock. Similar dendrobiums I have seem to do much better in it. Bob If you saw the Den. Joann and Wendy were talking about last week, that is the one I have seen labeled as Den Burana Jade. SuE http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/albums.php |
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On Wed, 2 Feb 2005 12:02:13 -0600, "Bob Walsh"
wrote: Chris, I have one that is a home depot rescue from a few years age. It is now a large healthy plant. If the name tag is to be believed it is from Flying Dragon Orchids and it is named Burana Jade SM93. Chances of finding it are probably slim though. When I repot it it will be into 1/4 to 3/8" volcanic rock. Similar dendrobiums I have seem to do much better in it. Bob If you saw the Den. Joann and Wendy were talking about last week, that is the one I have seen labeled as Den Burana Jade. SuE http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/albums.php |
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Susan Erickson wrote:
If you saw the Den. Joann and Wendy were talking about last week, that is the one I have seen labeled as Den Burana Jade. SuE http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/albums.php I think there was a picture of Den. Burana Jade in Orchids this month. Yes, I finally got it (Yesterday). Rob -- Rob's Rules: http://www.msu.edu/~halgren 1) There is always room for one more orchid 2) There is always room for two more orchids 2a) See rule 1 3) When one has insufficient credit to obtain more orchids, obtain more credit LittlefrogFarm - Growing the plants Rob likes. ) |
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