Zygopetalum

[Burz]

I'm hoping imafan26 and other orchid people can help me out seeing the last few suggestions given to the phaleanopsis owners.

I've gotten mixed information about Zygopetalums being semi terrestrial or an epiphyte. And also bloom times.

I'm a new owner of one and I think its ready to be re-potted. I was told to use half phal mix and half potting mix from a couple sources and a few others say a phal mix would be perfect. Also the same for my cymbidium but it is a baby and wont need re-potting soon. The potting soil seems rather absurd after the information I've been reading about the orchid family.

I now have 7 Phals and wanted to try some different genus's and don't want to fail on the orchid trail. Still a newbie but very intriqued by orchids and want to continue this.........unhealthy hobby or obsession.

[imafan26]

Hi Burz
I don't grow zygopetalums. The best bet would be to check out your local orchid society. Every orchidist has their own method that works for them.
Here's a few links to zygo care
https://www.brennansorchids.com/zygo.html
https://www.canadianorchidcongress.ca/cc ... etalum.pdf
https://www.orchidculture.com/COD/FREE/FS250.html
This is a terrestrial orchid that likes bright light (more than a phalaenopsis to bloom well) It is native to a cool region. 4500 ft elev. I am not cool enough at 500 ft to keep these guys happy. Simon and Shuster's is a good pocket ref. for orchids in general.
https://www.orchidculture.com/COD/FREE/FS250.html

[imafan26]

Just realized I got the wrong link for Simon and Shuster Guide to Orchids
https://www.amazon.com/Simon-Schusters-G ... 0671677985

[Burz]

Awesome! Thank you! I cant believe I didnt find orchidculture.com before. Thats the exact type of information I was seeking, great site.

[imafan26]

Your welcome. I also like camplotanoise. There are a lot of good links and cultural information that is practical for a beginner and covers a huge variety of species.

AOS culture sheets are the best and there are other links to these, but you need to be a member to get on the AOS site.

If anyone really gets into orchid growing there is probably an orchid society in your area. Orchids are such a diverse family, with such a range of cultural requirements, that most people will grow the ones they like, and what will grow under their conditions.

https://www.clanorchids.com/compendium/intro.html