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Dear Orchid Lover,
Thank you for your gracious response to last month's newsletter. We are grateful for your support during the Oak Hill Gardens transition. There was great interest in the new items added to the website in July; you have kept us busy, and we really appreciate it!
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We have once again added 32 more items (30 of them species!) to the website for the month of August. This is in addition to the 42 new items added last month! All of these new items have been growing here in Wisconsin since Spring. They are all in good health and ready for shipment to you. Check out all 74 new additions at the link below:
Included in this month's new items are a bunch of Stanhopea
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Stanhopea martiana
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species. We have been amassing a significant variety of these over the past few years, so we have decided to offer you seven (7) different species within a couple of specials this month! Check out the special pricing at the link below:
We also would like to thank the many of you have taken time out this summer to come visit our new location. We hope that you enjoyed your trip and that you will come
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back to see us again. All of you should know that we have many other varieties of plants to offer: unusual tropicals, hanging baskets, terrariums, plus a variety of garden decorations and growing supplies. These other items are not listed on our site, but feel free to contact us to inquire, or just stop by!
The Growing Tip-of-the-Month has to do with what can happen when you relocate your orchids, whether it's within your own property or between geographic locations. Liese offers some helpful tips on how to minimize the issues associated with BCV ("Botanical Change of Venue!") See her column at the bottom of the newsletter......
Happy Growing!
The Crew at Oak Hill Gardens
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SPECIALS OF THE MONTH
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Stanhopea tigrina
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Stanhopea Species
This is a good month for Stanhopea lovers. Eight new species have been added to the website, and seven of them are on special! There are two (2) different Stanhopea special offers;
see the details at the link below:
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Stanhopea wardii
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Growing Tip of the Month - by Liese
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Moving into a new home, new job, new school, new whatever can be very stressful. There are so many details to be worked out, so may issues to be coordinated; it's all very exhausting!
Relocating your orchids can be stressful, too...not only to you, but to your plants, as well. Your orchids adapt to their surroundings. They get used to their growing area. The light intensity, humidity levels, watering schedules, and temperatures all contribute to a happy plant.
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When a plant is moved to a new location, it can be "confusing" to that plant. It may drop a few buds in protest, lose a few leaves for good measure, or even refuse to put out new growth, depending on just how drastic the change in environment.
This can be evident to us during the winter months, when customers visit our greenhouse and purchase an orchids with buds. The orchid will move from our warm, humid greenhouse, to a dryer home with forced air heat pouring out of the vents. Sometimes the buds will turn yellow, then brown, and then fall to the table below.....Often the plant will lose 1-2 buds this way, then acclimate to it's new environment and continue to bloom normally.
Many growers in colder climates become excited about the welcome
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warmth of spring and early summer weather. They want their plants to enjoy this weather, as well, so they move their collection outside for the summer. In many ways, this can be good. The extra sunshine and warm days usually produce strong new plant growth.
Caution must be taken, however, so that sunburn does not occur. It is important to be sure that the plants are moved into a heavily shaded area, with protection from the hot, mid-day sun. Shelter from heavy wind and rain is also advisable. Bugs, squirrels, chipmunks, mice, and other creepy crawlers also must be watched so that they do not damage your collection.
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Similar problems arise when moving from a home growing area into a greenhouse or vice versa. Light intensities vary greatly, as do the humidity level and temperatures. Greenhouses may need extra shading applied for the orchids to acclimate more quickly. Homes may need extra grow lights, humidifiers, or more frequent watering to make the transition easier on your plants.
Even if you move from one home into another, the growing environment will change. Watch your plants closely for signs of stress, so that you can solve the problem before major damage is done. Sunburn spots are evident usually within a day or two if the plant is placed in too much direct sun. Bulbs will dehydrate and leaves will wilt if dryness if a factor. If plants seems to be growing well, but become very dark green in color and refuse to bloom, then usually more light is required.
Any time a plant is moved into a new growing area, it needs to acclimate to its new environment. If it is moved into an area where other plants are thriving, the acclimation process should be seamless. However, if a totally new area is being set up, then one must watch the plants carefully for several weeks to ensure a smooth transition. Moving is stressful for all living things....people, animals and plants. But by preparing the growing area beforehand and watching the plants closely, they will continue to grow and bloom with very little set-back.
Enjoy the summer growing season!
Liese |
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Stay cool this summer!
Sincerely,
Everyone at OHG! |
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