Orchid Culture Class

A 3-part class (Parts II & III: March 26 and April 2, 7 pm). Part I: Introduction to orchids, covering the various types of orchids, a look at their ecology and how it relates to growing them indoors or in a greenhouse; growing under artificial lights; basic culture of lower to medium-light loving orchids such as Paphiopedilum and Phalaenopsis; orchid growing media, water, fertilizer, humidity, light and temperature for the above plants. Part II: Basic culture of medium to bright-light loving orchids… Show more such as Cattleya, Cymbidium, Dendrobium, and others; orchid growing media, water, fertilizer, humidity, light and temperature for the above plants; pests and diseases and their control with home, organic, and other remedies; what to look for when buying an orchid plant. Hands-on training in potting and mounting orchids, as well as growing in baskets. Includes selection of pots & media, pruning & dividing. Growing orchids using hydroponic and semi-hydroponic methods. Each participant will take home four different types of orchids. $30 materials fee. Info and to register: email: AnnArborOrchids@aol.com; 734.971.6186.

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