April 1 - Orchid Pests and Diseases
Sue Bottom, SAOS
Sue will talk about the different kinds of problems you may occasionally have with your orchids, from cultural issues to pests and diseases. Many times you might suspect the problem is disease or pest related, when in actuality a slight change in your cultural habits can eliminate the problem.
Terry built Sue her first greenhouse in the mid-nineties while they were living in Houston, that's when the orchid obsession began. Now she grows her orchids in two greenhouses and a shadehouse, and still revels in the sight of new roots growing. Sue also writes a quarterly article for the AOS magazine Orchids about some of the different aspects of growing orchids.
Click on the link for Steve Hawkin's preorder list for plants available at the April 1 meeting. His plants are always so well grown! Email him to reserve your selection. When: April 1, 6:30 to 9 pm
Where: Memorial Lutheran Church
Drive around to the back entrance
3375 US 1 South, St. Aug 32086
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Questions? Call or text Sue at 904-501-0805 or email info@StAugOrchidSociety.org.Click to join the St. Aug Orchid Society.
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When: Saturday, April 5, 10 am - noon
Where: Southeast Branch Library
6670 US 1 N, St Aug 32086
Monthly Meetings
Photo of the Month. Our March selection is Cattleya lueddemanniana 'Neon' grown and photographed by Allen Black. Color forms include white, blue, rose-lavender and darker purple. The species has a compact growth habit, and the flowers can be very large with vibrant colors and a showy displays of blooms.Monthly Meetings. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month. The meeting begins at 6:30 with a plant sale followed by a review of the show table plants and presentation by an orchid expert. The meeting closes with a plant raffle where members can expand their collections. It's fun and informative for growers of all levels. Join us, visitors and guests are always welcome!
Where: Memorial Lutheran Church
3375 US 1 South, St. Aug 32086
When: First Tuesday of Month, 6:30 til 9 pm
Cultural Tips for Orchid Growers
Bob Scully's Month by Month Orchid Growing:
March in St. Augustine. Signs of spring abound with an abundance of emerging flower spikes and buds. The flush of spring growth will follow soon so plan your repotting program that should begin in earnest this month... read moreDr. Courtney Hackney Tips, Redux:
Spring Repotting. It may not feel like it yet, but spring is just around the corner and it is time to think about repotting. For many new to the hobby of orchid growing... read moreUse Dilute Fertilizer During the past year, I have subjected most of my orchid collection to a large-scale experiment regarding fertilizers and media. How much fertilizer does... read more
Dr. Martin Motes Notes:
Progress of the Season. This has been an exceptional dry and warm February. Our orchids have loved it as they evolved to withstand drought to defeat their mortal enemy... read moreOrchids in March. Whilst March never comes in like a lion in South Florida, occasionally it slinks in like a bob cat. Frost is not unheard of in the first few days of the month... read more
Culture Article by Sue Bottom:
Trust, But Verify. Everybody’s got an opinion, and orchid growers are no different. When you read or hear orchid cultural advice, you can assume that the recommendations... read moreBuying Seedling Orchids. Some people only buy orchids in bloom so they can choose which orchid flower they like the best. These plants are usually older and so are more expensive ... read more
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The St. Augustine Orchid Society is a dynamic group of orchid growers having all levels of experience, from those who just brought their first orchid home to those with overflowing greenhouses. All members have one thing in common. We love to share our experiences, our knowledge and our orchid divisions with other orchid growers. Come to one of our meetings so we can get to know each other. If you would like to join, you can complete this interactive form.Join the Club or Pay Your Dues
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