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Vanda Orchids in Myrtle Glen
For me here in Central Florida the Vanda orchids are one of the easiest orchids to grow. Most of the hybrids flower several times a year. Vanda ‘Evening Sun’ Four simple things I do to keep mine...
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Flower Shower
It’s about time for another Orchid post Here is my favorite orchid, the Dendrobium cuculatum (Den. aphyllum), a 4 ft (1.2 m) long flower spring shower! I bought this orchid as a small keiki at...
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Thought for the Weekend
“One of the most delightful things about a garden is the anticipation it provides.” [W.E. Johns] Orchid Vanda terete ‘Miss Joachim’ stretches its flowers high up into a Crepe Myrtle
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The Florida Butterfly Orchid
A Florida Native, the Florida Butterfly Orchid, Encyclia tampensis Not a rare one, this orchid can be found in the wild from Central Florida south, growing on oak tree branches, but also in...
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Blue Vanda
Finally back home again! After an extended vacation of 2 months the daily life has me back. The garden is a jungle, I will need a machete for sure, and I do dread it a little. But as if to say...
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Thought for the weekend
Spring is Nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” [Robin Williams] Phaius ‘Dan Rosenberg’ in full party colors
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Plant Sale at Harry P. Leu Gardens
Today started the 2 day annual Plant Sale at Harry P. Leu Gardens. Being members we had the advantage to get in an hour early. This means by the time the crowds start rushing in, we were able...
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look what’s blooming
Got this Ascocenda orchid as a small seedling at a Plant Sale two years ago. There just was a huge bin and a price tag saying ‘1 for $1’. This is the first time it blooms for me I doubt I will...
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An Orchid for the Florida Garden
Oncidium sphacelatum is native to Mexico and is a perfect orchid for the Florida garden. It grows well in shade or in a sunny place (with some midday shade) and is happy with the occasional orchid...
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Thought for the Weekend
The trouble with gardening is that it does not remain an avocation. It becomes an obsession. Vanda Cindy Banks ‘Hilltop’ This orchid is originally from right here in Kissimmee, Central...
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