[OGD] several

2006-02-09 Thread Rick Barry
, but only if challenged). Name calling (Jim Pyrzynski) Don't get your dander up over the latest flames. Consider forest fires. An occasional burn is beneficial, to prevent an over-accumulation of fuel. Let it burn out of it's own accord. Rick Barry

[OGD] Dr Sian Lim

2006-01-20 Thread Rick Barry
If you followed any of the links to stories about Dr Sian Lim you had to be amused by his explanations to the authorities. Here he is caught carrying 3 of the most sought-after orchids. One of them, Paphiopedilum sanderianum, may be considered the Holy Grail of slipper orchids. Maybe he

[OGD] Cymbidium Fifi 'Harry'

2006-01-13 Thread Rick Barry
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