Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
After much experimentation cork bark was preferred for a large collection in California for the following: small cattleyas, dendrobiums, oncidiums, coelogynes and barkerias; much cultural advice th...
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CATTLEYAS, BIFOLIATES: Flower Problems
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
In December and January when most problems arise, the alliance is fussy about conditions necessary to produce good flowers because of the lack of light, etc.; good light, a steady supply of food an...
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POLLINATION: Mimicry
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
Floral deception in many amazing forms is demonstrated, food fraud mechanisms, pseudo-copulation, etc., refer to SA87-18
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POLLINATION: Of Cattleyas
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
The how-to-do-it in detail and with colored illustrations for each step, refer to A80-1349
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PESTICIDES: Rules for Application
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
Identify the right insect or disease; use the recommended insecticide; use it at the right amount, in the right way and at the right time. AH86-64
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NAMES: Common Names
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
For a list of about 130 species with both Latin and common names; refer to Ca82(6)-41
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BACTERIAL DISEASES: Full Listing
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
For data on causes, hosts, symptoms, controls, etc., of every one ever reported as attacking orchids, refer to OBIV-292
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POTS, STYROFOAM: Advantages
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
Light weight; retain moisture in the mix; algal and fungal growth are lessened; they are porous; several genera have been grown successfully in them. A68-232; OWD
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CROWDING PLANTS: Do Not Do it
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
Air circulation is very important in the growth process. OD72-227
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BUFFERING: In Potting Mixes
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 10 years ago
While some ingredients in mixes are described as non-buffering, such as Perlite (OR81-221) it is also thought that such is not really necessary in mixes. OA87-205
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