[OGD] RE: AOS this n' That

2004-08-17 Thread K Barrett
I had been advised to stay out of the AOS Proxy fight because I'm up for probationary at Denver's meeting. Since I have spent 3 years of my life pursuing AOS judgeship I'm taking that advice. Nevertheless I have a few questions. 1) In researching a different orchid topic I came across an edito

[OGD] Leeches

2004-08-17 Thread Phil Diamond
Even in Australia, leeches are part and parcel of a rainforest walk. And in Sabah, if you went into the water, there are probably Schistosomes about. Catch that particular parasite and you'll think that you are turning water into red wine. Cordially, Phil ###

[OGD] Phalaenopsis

2004-08-17 Thread Ron Boyd
Hi All. Question on growing Phalaenopsis, species and hybrids. Some professional nursery in Australia grow with spagnum moss and a fair amount of heating in their nurserys. Grow very well "but" suffer when taken into a hobby growers orchid house were the heat is not supplied in such amount. Other p

[OGD] horse manure as the growing medium of choice

2004-08-17 Thread Joy M. Lemieux
I am the pround owner of a two volume set of books, inherited from my orchid growing mother, that is entitled "A Manual of Orchidaceous Plants Cultivated Under Glass in Great Britian". Although the books were published in 1963, they are actually the notes and dairies of James Veitch, of the Royal

[OGD] Fun in Borneo

2004-08-17 Thread Chris McCutchan
After reading Into the Heart of Borneo by Redmond OHanlan, I am convinced that the leeches might be rather on the benign side of Borneo's diverse opportunities for natural encounters! While not mentioning orchids specifically, the descriptions of habitat are fascinating. I highly recommend i

[OGD] Wood for mounting

2004-08-17 Thread Marilyn Stark
Manzanita wood is great for mounting orchids; the roots adhere quickly and proliferate almost immediately. The smooth surface works well. Marilyn Stark ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orch

[OGD] re: mounting wood

2004-08-17 Thread paula
I have used shed cottonwood bark and haven't had any great successes... on the other hand, a vendor at a show recommended cedar (bark on) and sassafras. I have tried the cedar and the oncidium roots really seem to enjoy growing under the little pieces of shaggy bark (more plants in the testing

[OGD] Can anyone tell me what this is?

2004-08-17 Thread Rdynoguy
Hi all, I've been reading for sometime, and an impressed with the knowledge I've seen here. I've only been growing for just over a year, so most of what you guys say just whizes over my head :) I have something I hope someone can help me with. I have a milt that I mailordered in May and has ne

[OGD] AOS

2004-08-17 Thread dorris
As I have stated...I have plenty of reason to believe that the currant slate is adequate for the job ahead..I (as previouly stated) visited with all at headquarters and cannot believe that there is such a hue and cry to demolish things as they have stood for all these years (good and bad) They

[OGD] Re: Wood for mounting

2004-08-17 Thread Marni Turkel
I grow a lot of my plants mounted and have had success with quite a few things. Cork oak bark is a standard that I have used successfully for years. I also use tree fern fiber for things that I want to stay a little wetter, but I only use the hard, open fiber kind that comes from Central America,

[OGD] Stanhopea part 2

2004-08-17 Thread Rik Neirynck
Dear Orchid Friends, Chers Amis Orchidophiles, Part 2 of 'The Genus Stanhopea' by Rudolf Jenny is out! For more info look at www.riks.be the orchid books review site. Part 2 de la main de Rudolf Jenny est sortie de la presse. Pour toutes infos: visitez www.riks.be la site aux infos des livres d'o

[OGD] www.riks.be

2004-08-17 Thread Rik Neirynck
Dear Orchid Friends, Chers Amis Orchidophiles, Just to anounce to you all that www.riks.be has been updated recently. Je t'informe que la site www.riks.be a iti mis au jour ricement. Best wishes, Rik from Belgium. Special Note: See you all in Dijon 2005 at the 180 WOC? Rik Neirynck Bottelare B

[OGD] Some people just won't quit-Is this just obsessive or obsessive-compulsive?

2004-08-17 Thread Gerald H Fisher
Re: 8. Dr.GB's off list letter to a select few. (Maujean) Didier 'Dee' Maujean, you 'won.' Why can't you just be gracious in your 'victory.' A disgusted Jerry in Indiana who feels we all have all been degraded and lost something in this pathetic exchange.

[OGD] Miltonia xanthina & Pescatorea fimbriata

2004-08-17 Thread marianne haeck
Hi everybody, thanks for helping me out with Miltonia regnellii var Xanthina, I can write the right name on my tag now. But how about the Pescatorea fimbriata, another plant that puzzles me, beacuse his name is nowhere registred. You can find a beautiful picture on the site of David Jubineau.

[OGD] Calcium

2004-08-17 Thread horacio alvarez
Hello I have a question: Actually my plants grown very well with foliar fertilizers(Wuxal, Nitrofoska), but these fertilizers do not contain calcium. it is necessary to apply calcium to the orchids? The calcium is associate to the flowering? Thanks. Best Regards Informacisn de Estados Unidos y A

[OGD] "Orchid Lore"

2004-08-17 Thread info
Hello all, Can anybody tell me something more about the following magazine: "Orchid Lore" published by the Houston Orchid Society ? I had a look at the webpage of the Houston Orchid Society, but their magazine is now called Houston Happenings (at least since 1970). How long did "Orchid Lore"

[OGD] Leeches, an apology and fresh advice

2004-08-17 Thread Peter O'Byrne
Gee Charles, your response to my 'leeches in Sabah' posting was just dripping with sarcasm. What have I ever done to deserve such cavalier treatment ? Think about it for a moment my posting was totally consistent with my well-known conservationist stance. After all, the fewer humans who go tra

[OGD] RE: Wood for mounting

2004-08-17 Thread Jim Pyrzynski
Cottonwood bark is reputed to be quite good. I've used it with some success and it is readily available for free. Jim Pyrzynski ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids

[OGD] Orchids Digest, Vol 6, Issue 335 MESSAGE 8

2004-08-17 Thread Stitzelweller
John, READ Guido's email ! Guido writes: "If anyone feels that this message should be put on the list, please feel free to do so." Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchi

[OGD] Amen, Harvey

2004-08-17 Thread Martin Epstein
Harvey, the injection of US politics notwithstanding, I second your comments on the AOS. Well said. Martin ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids

[OGD] Once again Mr. Ginsberg.

2004-08-17 Thread Andy Easton
Mr. Ginsberg, 2003 was not an Executive election year so in the off year positions do not normally change. Is it too hard for you and your brave band to comprehend that on closer scrutiny, Howard Bronstein was found wanting? With respect to being pro-AOS or anti, I will leave readers of this list t

[OGD] Re: Orchids Digest, Vol 6, Issue 335 MESSAGE 8

2004-08-17 Thread jean
message taken. however, I didn't find the paragraph where Guido says "and don't forget to kick me in the b*lls when doing so". Can't stand the gloating if you know what I mean. John [EMAIL PROTECTED] schrieb am 17.08.2004, 14:35:11: > John, READ Guido's email ! Guido writes: > > "If any

[OGD] Re: Orchids Digest, Vol 6, Issue 335

2004-08-17 Thread jean
Maujean, What you did here, publishing a private communication on a list, is a gross faux-pas. I suggest that after having posted the two nice messager in this digest you gently crawl back under the stone. The disruptive after-kicking of an opponent divulges more of your character than you are will

[OGD] Visiting Paphs in Borneo.. continued

2004-08-17 Thread Kim Robilliard
Thanks Peter and Charles for your replies. The leeches are bound to be a highlight of the trip! (Are leeches CITES protected or can I drop a couple off over Singapore on the way home???) ;-) I am a bit perplexed as Dr Cribb's paph book says that Paph Sanderianum flowers in the wild in March and

[OGD] Re: Peter O'Byrne's advice about visiting Sabah

2004-08-17 Thread Maujean
Mr. O'Byrne, I will never step into another body of fresh standing water w/o thinking of you.that was in every way amazing.Thank you.gives me the creepy crawlies all night long.but I have to hand it to you! .. Now I want to goGzgo figure! Didier 'Dee' Maujean Eugen