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Post by Deleted on Jul 9, 2009 8:49:46 GMT
WHen we moved into Egret Gardens we were given Egret Orchid Bulbs as a present. Below are some pictures. There is a lack of information on what to do after they stop flowering, so any pointer to care information would be much appreciated.    |
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Post by andy on Jul 9, 2009 12:10:25 GMT
That is truly amaizing....congrats on getting it to flower.
Tried growing it a while ago....failed miserably !!!!
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Post by andy on Jul 9, 2009 12:11:43 GMT
 from me...superb !
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Post by Spruance on Jul 9, 2009 13:49:52 GMT
I can't find much information on these in my RHS books, save for the fact that I now know that the botanical name is Habenaria radiata but I have tracked down this advice which was originally posted on the Gardenweb site:- "Here's how I do it. Plant the tubers when the weather gets warm (around April). They should only planted maybe 1" deep. The mix should be half clean quartz sand with NO lime and the other half sphagnum peat. Choose a fairly large container relative to the tiny bulbs. Yes, they like lots of moisture in summer, even to the point of being wet, but don't overdo it. Refrain from using straight tap water with chlorine on these. They also like to be in the sun and warm while in growth. They should flower around mid-summer (mine haven't spiked yet). In the fall when the leaves die down remove them from the growing container. Clean the little bulbs carefully and completely. Do not attempt to save the roots, they only last one season. Dry the bulbs only to the touch, not actually dry. Place them with sightly damp vermiculite in a good freezer bag and put them in the frig (NOT the freezer!) for the winter. It is important to use good quality freezer bags that are completely sealed. Check them from time to time to see they aren't drying out. In spring repeat the cycle. In time you can even get them to increase in size and number."There is also a (very) short clip on T&M's website, so if they sell them, maybe they can advise on aftercare. www.thompson-morgan.com/video/habenaria.html |
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Post by Chuckles on Jul 9, 2009 17:53:13 GMT
from me...superb ! WOW  |
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Post by Spruance on Jul 9, 2009 19:17:27 GMT
from me...superb ! WOW ...and well done with what appears to be a very difficult plant to grow.   |
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