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FUNGUS DISEASES: Of Plants

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago For an overview refer to N315+ Read More

ACID-LOVING PLANTS: Acid Fertilizers

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago Orchids benefit from Miracid (30-10-10); considered an excellent formulation. A77-43 Read More

LEAF BLIGHT: Also Known as Leaf Die-back, Tip Burn

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago Caused by fungus invasion; spreads gradually through leaf; cut it out before treating; infected areas show watery before drying; control with Benlate, or Anti-Damp, or Tersan. RMH Read More

AGAR, LIQUID: With Glasswool Substrate

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago Produced superior growth of paphiopedilum seedlings over solidified agar. A76-12+ Read More

AIR MOVEMENT: Improvement in Growing

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago Fans blowing air directly on plant bring tremendous benefits; air is the ingredient that makes heat, light, humidity, water, work together. OD68-275; OD70-220 Read More

BARK: Potting Material

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago A history of its use from its beginnings, with names of its originators, their trials with different types and the results; refer to A87-1038 Read More

LEAF EXPLANTS: A Type of Clonal Propagation

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago For the methods to follow with the materials recommended, in order to produce Renantanda plantlets from leaf bits,refer to OR82-295 Read More

LEAF GROOMING: Washing Leaves

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago Use a solution of one cup of milk to one quart of water; wash both tops and bottoms. A65-403 Read More

CROWDING PLANTS: Do Not Do it

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago Air circulation is very important in the growth process. OD72-227 Read More

BRACTS ON SPIKES: But Flower Buds Don't Show There

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted over 7 years ago Both oncidiums and phalaenopsis require a cool treatment of several weeks to promote flowering. A80-960 Read More