Category: Orchid Doctor

SOW BUGS: Control

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Drench with 1 ttpg. Diazinon WP. A77-995Drench with 1 ttpg. of Diazinon 50%WP. A78-112; or, 1 lb. of Diazinon per 100 gals, water. A80-4In cymbidium pots, spray with Zectran, emulsified concentrate... Read More

SOW BUGS: Controls

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Also called pill bugs; use Diazinon as a drench at 1 ttpg. ; or Sevin at 1.25 ttpg. A86-251Use slug bait containing Mesurol; they do eat Phalaenopsis leaves, leaving only the fibers. OIE86Jan-10 Read More

SOW BUGS: In Fir Bark

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Control by dusting the surface of the pot mix with Sevin dust 5%. A82-1061 Read More

SOW BUGS: In Plants Under Lights

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Insects that feed on decaying organic matter do not damage roots, so leave them alone if the roots are all right ; if not, than use a Malathion drench, preferably outside because of the smell. A84-... Read More

SOW BUGS: On Mounts

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago It is claimed that they wreak havoc by eating the fresh root-tips (California); control by spraying with Diazinon or Sevin. A83-614; could be bush snails? RMH Read More

SOW BUGS: Or Woodlice

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Control: they are difficult to eradicate because their coat protects them from contact poisons; they feed on delicate new shoots and seedling growth; use a carbaryl insecticide such as a Sevin dust... Read More

SOYBEANS: As Fertilizer

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago In Japan miniature cymbidiums in the pot-plant 'ndustry are fed only organic fertilizers derived from soybeans, OA85-193 Read More

SPACE: Orchids Returned From Outer Kind

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago By the end of Salyut-6's space voyage/expedition, the growth of orchid plants was almost normal, although for the first two or three months growth almost stopped. OR81-140 Read More

SPACING: Of Plants on Benches

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Pots should be spaced to allow adequate ventilation; three disadvantages if not done: rot can result; overlapping leaves can divert water and cause some dessication and perhaps death; roots can gro... Read More

SPECIALIZATION: And Business Success in Orchids

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago The sensible steps to take when going into the orchid business; the genera to select, the advantages to expect; names of 20 or more genera recommended for selection for business exploitation, etc. ... Read More