Hi, Giles. I did not intend to refer to any form of neglect, but when I have seen algae buildup so bad it affects the plants, it's a case of inattention, at best.
I have found that a treatment ever 4- to 6 weeks with Physan at one teaspoon per gallon, or liquid chlorine bleach at one ounce per gallon does the trick. Ray Barkalow - First Rays Orchids - www.firstrays.com Plants, Supplies. Books, Artwork, and lots of Free Info! ----- Original Message ----- From: "Giles Smith" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <Orchids@orchidguide.com> Sent: Monday, September 24, 2007 3:47 PM Subject: [OGD] ALGAE CONTROL > Ray Barkalow said: > >>By allowing that severe of a development of algae, you are >>allowing it to suffocate the roots. > > The verb "allowing" caught my eye. In this case it infers passive lack of > action. What we all want to know is what positive action we can take to > prevent that algae growth, especially in a mix of moss in transparent > pots. Any suggestions greatly appreciated. > > Giles Smith > _______________________________________________ > the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) > orchids@orchidguide.com > http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com _______________________________________________ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com
