Re: [OGD] Dry rest for Cymbidiums

Oliver Sparrow Writes: However, virtually all of the large flowered species and their progeny are monsoonal, which means that they need a dry rest in Winter. This is usually accompanied by very bright sun in the wild, and with temperatures which may be low or high, depending on their habitat. As

Re: [OGD] bush snails

Did anyone have anything to say about using caffeine to kill bush snails? K Barrett N Calif, USA Thanks to all who responded to my plea for suggestions on eradicating bush snails. An astonishing variety of solutions were offered, all undoubtedly practical and effective under certain

[OGD] Cymbidium Fifi 'Harry'

Actually, it's Cymbidium 'Harry' (AM/AOS, if you put stock in such designations). If you grow it well, you'll need a very tall plant stand to display it. Take a look at it at the Santa Barbara OrchidEstate: http://www.sborchid.com/OrchidOfTheDay/Cym-Fifi-Harry.htm Yeah, still here. Rick