[OGD] Hormones, availability?

hormones, such as Naphthylacetic Acid [NAA], which I surmise is the active ingredient of Superthrive. The cost of NAA from a chemical supply house is but a fraction of the cost of an equivalent amount of Superthrive. Bert Pressman Good evening Be

[OGD] Cygon ?

I am trying to purchase Cygon. I want to eliminate a Florida Red Scale problem. Today, I was told "Cygon was taken off the market after September 11". I have also been told that it is unavailable in Florida. Anyone know the truth? Is it available in the USA? If so, where? Howard in M

[OGD] Phaius tankervilliae

Additional comments: Water heavily. Fertilize heavily. Mine get full sunlight except between 1300-1600. Bright indirect during those hours. A well grown plant provides its own shade. I agree that Pt loves warm/hot weather. It also stays outdoors until 40F. Ray's suggestion of an airy

[OGD] PSA--Public Service Announcement

Prem, Thank you! Howard ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids

[OGD] "a clear statement"

Orchids Digest, Vol 6, Issue 313, Message: 6 from Kenneth, OGD listowner. Concluding sentence: "If.not orchid related, then it should have no place here." ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/list

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

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/m

[OGD] Re: Orchids Digest, Issue 366, Msg 7--STAINLESS STEEL

There are differing qualities of stainless steel. Lesser qualities will indeed corrode when exposed to chlorine bleach. Anyone who works with surgical tools will verify this, Andy. --Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED

[OGD] re: Cody Cruise

Cody Cruise wrote: "He's sent me 2 emails now, the 1st I just deleted, but figured I'd save this one and let you all see it. Kenneth, hope you read this." Reminds me of someone who no longer writes on this list. --Howard ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (

[OGD] Stanhopea insignis

Hello, I am interested in getting the article noted below. Any suggestions? 1973 pre-dates my collection. Thanks in advance for assistance. --Howard Henry Teuscher (Sept. 1973) "Collector's Item: Stanhopea insignis," in: AOS Bull. 42(9): 790-793. ___

[OGD] Humidity

AJ Hicks writes in Issue 448: As an aside, I used to have a chemistry job where life safety relied upon humidity being within certain parameters. Dial hygrometers were not to be trusted. We tested with sling psychrometers. I work in research where humidity measurements for data are perform

[OGD] eradicating little snails

Snails have a problem with WATER. Materials needed: bucket, water, timer, forceps and flashlight. I submerged my Stanhopea insignis from the bottom to over the tops of the pseudobulbs for ten minutes CONTINUOUSLY in a bucket of WATER. The leaves aren't necessary. I also use a pair of

[OGD] Re: Orchids Digest, Vol 7, Issue 35

In a message from Martin Epstein Re: Need to Measure EC/TDS 3.  If you don't happen to have a scale but use teaspoons and tablespoons to approximate weight you don't really know your fertilizer concentration.   When using a scale, are you assuming that the chemical (fertilizer, in this discu

[OGD] Re: Westler's comments Re: Comments on Peter's politics

Dennis Westler writes: This is a forum about issues relating to Orchids   Great idea, Dennis!  Let's just leave it at that and move forward! --Howard     ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinf

[OGD] Vigorous and active orchid societies

God does not oblige the ignorant to learn until having obliged the learned to teach. ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com

[OGD] Re: Orchids Digest, Vol 7, Issue 323, Message 5. Personal Comment (Dr. Braem)

    What is our common goal?   Discussions of orchids?     Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com

[OGD] Re: Need help, please

our (OGD) community, isn't it best to share that information?   Better luck in the future to you,   Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com

[OGD] BOSTON/Smith College

I have learned that a splendid orchid collection exists at Smith College.  Will someone please provide contact information?   I would like to visit and view during August 30-September 4.   Kind regards,   Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest

[OGD] Small Greenhouse Guide?

I have decided to add a small greenhouse, less than 10 meters long.  I need guidance.  I live in the mid-Atlantic region, USA.  Suggestions and references are welcome.   Happy New Year!   Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids

[OGD] Fifth of what, Andy?

PLEASE, I know this is difficult.  TRY to be accurate.   Merritt Huntington.     Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com

[OGD] Zygopetalum pabstii

Anyone have a photograph and description?  I tried Google and Images--no result.  Is there another name?  All help is appreciated.   Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo

[OGD] Zygopetalum pabstii (continued)

cooperation!!   --Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com

[OGD] Zygopetalum pabstii (thank you!)

my sincere thanks to all who contributed to my search for a photo and additional info re: this species.  the success is a compliment to our entire group!  together, we can accomplish miracles.   --Stitzelweller ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD

[OGD] Neogardneria--sources?

Does anyone know of any blooming size or near blooming size sources of this genus?  I am also looking for information.  My old Hawkes Encyclopedia of Cultivated Orchids outdid the internet!!  The internet using Google was of no use to me today.   --Stitzelweller

[OGD] Squirrels, Humour

For the past three years, I have used one HAV-A-HART trap placed strategically between my orchids and tomato plants.  It works.  When I trap a squirrel, I take it LIVE to a cemetery where I release it.  Many nut trees.   I also have a terrier who often sleeps near the trap.  Good deterrent.

Re: [OGD] Opinions please on an AOS award

Sirleen, Congratulations!   Get the award.  Share it with your friends.  Share it with your local orchid club.  Share it with your community at the nearest botanical gardens.   Believe me, your award will encourage others who may be intimidated by "experts"!   Sti

[OGD] Lycaste cruenta 'NISQUALLY'

I'm looking for detailed info regarding the HCC/AOS award for this plant, please? Details. A response off-list is fine. When? Where? Who was the owner? Size? etcetcetc...thanks! --Stitz ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://

[OGD] Lycaste cruenta 'Nisqually' assistance

I am very grateful to the readers of this list. Thank you for your support! --Stitz ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com

Re: [OGD] AOS Membership freefall!

HALLELUJAH! Andy, L'il Frog and merv are on track. We aren't the only ones who decided that the AOS mag-rag "Orchids" is worthless to experienced growers! I began AOS membership in 1979. I ended it in 1991. I get FAR better information from my local orchid society newsletter at $20 per

Re: [OGD] pebbles in trays for humidity

Sjean in California, I use pebbles and stainless steel trays. I have 21 square feet (2 square meters) at two different locations on two levels of the house. Most of the orchids are placed in open baskets on the rocks. Most of the orchids (and bromeliads) are in clay pots which pass wat

[OGD] Personalities

We don't have Guido Braem to kick around any more? ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com

[OGD] Lycaste niesseniae ?

I looked up Lycaste niesseniae in the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew: World Checklist of Selected Plant Families. The response from Kew: "Your search returned no results, please refine your search criteria." I tried the same procedure with Lycaste aromatica and was rewarded with retrieved rec

[OGD] Zygopetalum Species Identification

I have some Zygopetalum species that were not correctly identified by the supplier. Will someone please give me the accepted reference(s) for determining my plants ID? I want to have references and dissecting tools in place! Time's a-wastin'! --Stitz-- **

[OGD] Best/Favorite Port of Entry to USA

I have received outstanding service from the APHIS/PPQ at JFK, New York City for the past 5 years. I switched to NY because the service was terrible at Miami. I used Miami from 1980. The problems were endless. --Stitz-- ** See what's new at http://ww

[OGD] Lycaste cruenta X Lycaste aromatica = Lycaste ???

Lycaste cruenta (seed) X Lycaste aromatica (pollen) The RHS lists the following epithet registered to Goldschmidt in 1915: Lycaste Goldschmidtiana The RHS also lists this epithet for the same cross, registered to Mochizuki in 1999: Lycaste Yoko's Sister What is the accepted name of this

Re: [OGD] Postings

Roy, I emailed viateur.boutot in the past asking for translations into English of his "foreign language" posts. I never received a reply. _http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com_ (http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com) is the introducto

[OGD] Phaius--what is the accepted name today, tankervilliae? wallichii?

lease? For years I've been reading that wallichii is really a tankervilliae! I have one of each--yes, some people maintain that there IS a difference. Through the years, I continued to keep each plant and pot labeled appropriately! Additional comments are welcome. Thank you, Sti

Re: [OGD] Phaius--what is the accepted name today, tankervilleae? wallichii?

Mario, Thank you very much. I've been searching for something like this article for decades! Truly definitive. Stizelweller **Vote for your city's best dining and nightlife. City's Best 2008. (http://citysbest.aol.com?ncid=aolacg0005000102)

Re: [OGD] query : Anguloa clowesii / more than one flower on a single inflorescen

Viateur, My OrchidWiz version 4.03 lists 6 awarded plants (not including the one that you named) with numbers of spikes/flowers. NONE of these has multiple flowers on an inflorescence. 3 of the 6 were CCM awards. Stitzelweller **Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL

Re: [OGD] Re nurseries and mass produced imports

Jerry, You wrote, "The plants looked a little strange but..." That's an alarm! You should have ended any thoughts of a "buy" right then. Stitzelweller **Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Auto

Re: [OGD] slugs

Jim, I have been using a 1% iron phosphate dry preparation known as Escar-Go since Spring, 2007 in an outdoor setting. I haven't seen a slug since. Enough said! Stitzelweller **Pt...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the l