CROWN ROT: In Cymbidiums

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by Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler)

Originally published in The Orchid Doctor in 1980 and 1988

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The cause may be 1, too high nitrogen level during cult ivation of the seedlings; use Electric Conductivity reading of not more than 0.6, with a nitrogen to potassium proportion of 1:1:2. 2, Night temperature may be too cold for young plants, so use a minimum night temp erature of 50 Deg F., with a high night temperature of 64 dF to 68 dF and plants will grow better. 3, Too low moisture evaporation from the leaves when root pressure is too high; remove humidity from the greenhouse, 4, Too large pots cause water-logging. 5, Sprinkling water from above with fertilizer is effective in very early stages of growth. 6, Too low pH: calcium and potassium E.G. figures must be equal. OA87-162
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