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question about orchids
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Posted by myth111 Melbourne (My Page) on Mon, May 19, 08 at 20:26
hi
I have some cymbidium orchids that has yellowing of leaves and some of the bulbs are shrivelling ,is this a sign of too much water or too little ?
they are positioned in a sheltered shaded area
thanks in advance
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RE: question about orchids
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- Posted by pos02 NSW Aust (My Page) on
Wed, May 21, 08 at 21:36
| Orchids should not need much water this time of year, especially in a shaded position. Also, they will drop off a few old bulbs. If the whole plant is not affected, I wouldn't worry too much, but it it is, you might want to seek advice from your nursery or orchid club. |
RE: question about orchids
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| This could be a sign that there is a loss of roots. Now that the cooler weather is here you could place the orchid where it gets full morning sunshine. Make sure the bark mix you have it in is well drained. Only water when you dig into your mix and it is almost dried out. Most orchids die from too much watering before not enough. Hope this helps. |
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