Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
Disinfect all tools used for cutting; paint the surfaces' cuts with Bordeaux paste or asphaltum paint. AH86-76Propagating on a small scale; necessary steps in dividing and making best use of backbu...
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DOUBLE GLAZING: For Energy Conservation
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
Using 4mm. polyethylene sheeting on the interior of a redwood greenhouse cut costs by about 40% in heating Maryland area. A80-859; 1110
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DRAINAGE: Gravel
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
Small gravel in small pot< and large in large pots is good it can be disinfected first; an advantage in plastic pots is that it helps them stand upright. OIE85Nov-17
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DRAINAGE: Phalaenopsis Culture
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
It is second in importance to adequate light; if a plant dies in the second or third year, lack of drainage and aeration of the roots is the cause; bark eventually breaks down and denies air to the...
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DRAINAGE: Of Potting Mixes
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
A fiberglass screening layer cut to fit the inside bottom of a pot prevents most creatures from crawling in through the drainage holes. OIE86Sept.
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FANS: Proof of Their Efficacy
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
It has been proven under .many conditions; so, how did the Victorians get by without them? A81-810
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FANS: To Reduce Pests
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
Use furnace filters tied on the intake side of the fan to remove dust, some bacteria, fungus and pests. OIE85SeptT5; very likely more efficient than a negative ion generator. RMH
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FANS: Use of Them
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
Keep them going 24 hours a day; the oscillating type are recommended over the stationary ones. A87-1058
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FERTILIZERS: Balanced
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
It provides nutrients in these ratios: 1 molybdenum, 60 copper, 200 boron, 200 zinc, 500 manganese, 1000 chlorine, 1000 iron, 10,000 sulphur, 20,000 magnesium, 20,000 phosphorus, 50,000 calcium, 10...
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FERTILIZERS: Best After Test
Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago
Levels of fertilizing on cymbidiums which gave best results were N -- 100ppm., P -- 20ppm., K -- 75ppm., Mg (Magnesium sulphate) 25ppm., and Fe (Chelated Iron) 8 to 10ppm.; these represent very wea...
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