+Orchid Galaxy Thank you so much for joining me on my orchid adventures...when it really boils down to it...what it's really about is enjoying our passion and learning as much as we can about our wonderful orchids. HAPPY GROWING MY DEAR...AND WISHING YOU THE ABSOLUTE BEST IN ALL OF YOUR ORCHID ADVENTURES! :)
Awwwwwww thank you so much and I do appreciate your kind and positiv comments. I am so sorry to be replying so late...sometimes my alerts don't alert me at all and I'm just seeing this message. I am wishing you the best in this new year and I am hoping it is filled with amazing orchid discoveries and endless orchid adventures! HAPPY GROWING! :)
As there is many ways to skin a cat...there's many ways to grow an orchid...sometimes you just have to get a little creative with it. Thank you so much for joining me on my orchid adventures and I am glad that it has been beneficial upon your orchid growing journey! HAPPY GROWING!
Excellent tutorial video. The roots on my are not quite as big as yours so I shall wait a few weeks and I will follow your potting instructions. Thank you very much Maria. I am glad I've accidentally found you.
+Blanca Acosta LOL! I am so glad that you accidentally found me too!!! YAAAAAAAY US!!! My catesetum type is doing exceedingly well...this was the best method for me and I am being rewarded for my bold attempt in discovering this method...it is growing like crazy to the point that I will have to do another repot very soon. Please keep me posted on how yours does. :)
I am so happy with my catasetum. Just like weed or bad grass, just keeps growing really fast. I am not to sure when I can start watering. How can a follower share pictures or ideas with you?
I wouldn't be too intimidated to water...I think the key is to allow it moisture without the over eccessive drenching...spraying it lightly is good for starting off, just make sure it can comfortably collect water and still breath at the same time....and when it really takes off then you can begin to water as normal...I started my catasetum with light moisture in the terrarium just as soon as I seen the nubbin and now it's GROWING like there is no tomorrow! I have learned that along with the knowledge you gain you also have to use what you think is right for you...often times I have gotten off the beaten path and have discovered a better way of doing things...at least for me. So try not to over worry yourself with every detail...and remember to also enjoy the experience and the journey!! :) ...oh and you are welcome to share your pics on Facebook @ my orchid adventures. HAPPY GROWING! :)
+Miche You are so sweet! I really appreciate the kind feedback!!! WISHING YOU THE ABSOLUTE BEST IN ALL OF YOUR ORCHID ADVENTURES! ...AND HAPPY GROWING TO YOU AS WELL! :)
Great Job Maria! Look at all those green healthy roots!!! I just recently received my first cstm which the new growth is already leafing, but will try this once it goes dormant. I'm nervous cause everyone keeps saying the nubs can rot! and I definitely want to avoid that. Thanks for sharing.
+YenYen's garden Thank you so much for watching...and yes I was a bit nervous too with all the talk of rotting the new growth...but I've had great luck with mine and I really do give this method that I tried all of the credit. It really helps to see what is going on and with the terrarium method and using clear containers really gives you an advantage into literally seeing up close what is going on. This Catasetum type orchid is growing like crazy right now...and the roots are massive in such a short time...I will have to do another repot on this very soon...YIKES! LOL!
awesome strategy Maria! so smart! I have always avoided orchids that require a dry rest because I am also very heavy handed with watering(hence my love for Vandas). Maybe I'll give them a try and use your method. The bottle would act as a barrier between the orchid and my neurotic "must water everything! " mentality. xoxo
+TropicalPlantParty 1 HA HA HA!!! RIGHT!!! ...and thank you so much for your kind comments....yes the bottle method has worked exceedingly well for me!!! The roots are growing like crazy and it may be time for a repot soon!!! YIKES! If you do decide to give it a go...please keep me posted...and perhaps even a video...hint, hint! The bottle terrariums are great for a number of things...and I always have a couple on standby just incase. Hoping all is well with you dear friend...and I can't wait to see your vandas all come into bloom!!! :)
All is well...bouncing back from camera and computer going on the fritz...and also working on different projects as well...but I am getting back on track...will start posting on a regular basis real soon. Thanks so much for your patience and continuing to join me on my orchid adventures. I really appreciate it. :)
Nice video Maria...still can not get over you growing your plants in your bathroom...must feel like Jane looking for Tarzan when you are taking a bath..surrounded by all the lovely blooms...Unfortunately none of my Catts have come out of dormancy yet but i am patient and will just see what nature does and if and when they come out...thanks for sharing!
+SHARON SHORT HA HA HA!!!! Thank you all so much...and yes I have come to the conclusion that indeed I am in need of a greenhouse...I have added that request on my Christmas list...and am so hoping that Orchid Santa will come through!!! LOL!
+TD Moore Ha ha ha!!! It has been quite a wild and crazy adventure!!! ...but to be honest with you some of my orchids seem to be doing a whole lot better indoors...so I may opt to keep certain ones inside...Indeed what an adventure!!! Wishing you all the best with your catts...I'm sure before you know it they will be blooming like mad orchids!!! LOL!!! :)
Mine look just like yours. I did not repot because they are in the right size pots right now. It seems so late for them to break dormancy but I wait patiently.
Thank you Cheryl Adams...and yes I doing well...thank you for your warm thoughts and prayers...that is so nice and sweet of you! I am hoping you are well also and wishing you the best in all that you do! HAPPY GROWING! :)
YOU WILL DO JUST FINE!!! I can't wait until it blooms for you!!! ...oh and by the way....I wanted to thank you for also joining me on my Younow broadcasting adventures! You are awesome! :)
+PictureMaria1 I love your broadcast in Younow! Due to different timezones i cant join every time, but whenever i can, i surely will! :) Thank you for being you! :)
AWWWWWWW THANKS SO MUCH! I really do appreciate that! Some people don't quite understand my humor or my uniqueness...but I have learned to appreciate myself in all of my ways...and just as long as I am true to myself, my development and what I love... then indeed I can live with purpose and without regrets... I do love and appreciate my friends that share in my MISSION and PASSION! LIVE, LOVE LAUGH!!!
Hey there ...I did comment in another video of yours....it wud b of great help if u make videos on catasetum seedlings and how to grow them...I m not talking about mature pseudobulbs and their new outgrowths BT about fresh seedlings...how to care and what are t danger issues, growing catasetum seedlings developed by tissue culture or from seeds....whatever it might be....
OH MY I HAVE TO TELL YOU HOW PLEASED I AM WITH THE RESULTS!!! They have been above and beyond what I expected!!! I will post and show you exactly what I mean! Please keep me posted on yours...I would love to know the results! :)
I just got my first data setup and it is pushing a small growth with 3 small roots. Should I repot now or leave it in its original pot🙏🏼? Thank you Maria and stay safe!
It is really your preference whether or not you want to repot it. Some people use the same pot and media over and over until it breaks down or is non usable any longer. So whatever you feel most comfortable with is fine.
AWWWWWW THANKS SO MUCH! It's the thought that counts and I appreciate it! Happy growing and wishing you success and an endless amount of happiness upon your orchid adventures!
Hello Madam Maria can I do the same thing to all my orchids too? Including Dendrobium? Thank you for sharing your amazing new method. God bless you more🙏🌻
How are you going to pot it up without damaging the growing root tips? Or I guess I should ask how did you manage to not damage the new root tips? I'd be too scared to pot it with the roots like that unless potting into peat mix, which, I think would work great with these.
When you soak the roots for about 5 - 10 minutes they become more workable...they were easy to pot up and not a single root was damage...at least that I know of...and as of right now I am so due for an update...because this orchid has been growing like crazy!!!! The roots are absolutely insane...stay tuned for the video,
+Gloriana Yeagley This has worked exceedingly well for me...I am actually very amazed...The roots and foliage are growing like mad...and I will actually have to repot her soon because of it! ...this method is great for orchids that need constant moisture but are prone to root rot if given too much watering. ...please keep me posted if you try this method on any of your orchids.
Hi Maria, you've not posted a video in a while, so I hope you're okay and you're just too busy doing other nice things. :) Just wanted to let you know that you got tagged again. I hope I'm not mistaken that you came up with new orchid tag questions. I just answered them and I would love to hear your answers to the questions. Take care!
Awwwwwww thanks so much!!! ...and I am happy you joined me on M.Y. Orchid Adventures! I am hoping that you are well and enjoying your orchid adventures! :) HAPPY GROWING!
Kumusta ka? I currently live in Florida, but originally born on the beautiful Island of the Philippines! Thank you for watching and joining me on my orchid adventures and I do appreciate the kind comments! Salamat! :)
Hi Maria, sort of an aside question.. how do you make the holes in the bottom half of your terrarium? I'm wondering what tool/method you use because the edges on the holes you made seem so uniform and clean (i.e. not burnt black, which I haven't managed to do😅).
+ikic dox I actually used a regular soldering gun...I guess the gun I have uses a low enough setting where it doesn't burn the plastic as much...if you want the same results you may want to go with one that has temperature control.
Here in Florida it we have very hot temperatures that are similar to the Philippines...although I will say it can get a whole lot hotter in the Philippines. What kind of orchids do you have and which ones are your favorites? Thank you so much for your kind comments and I am so happy you have joined me on my orchid adventures! :) ...oh and I can speak in tagalog...a little...but it is putol putol...and sometimes baliktad....LOL! I can understand a lot of it...but leaving the Philippines as a toddler, there is also a lot I have unfortunately forgotten.
You know your so kind.. Thank you also for your Kind reply.. I have dendrobium and Vanda's.. But I don't know their names.. Haha.. I've search it in The Google but unfortunately I don't find the names of the others.. I can teach you again Some Tagalog words..
...YES I GOT SOME PRETTY CRAZY RESULTS AND QUITE AN ADVENTURE WITH THIS GUY!!! We've been on quite a journey and I'm hoping things have settled down (believe it or not I also had to do and emergency repot) and now he can focus on blooming soon now that we are coming into our Autumn season. I am so highly anticipating them and keeping my fingers crossed.
I used a sodder gun...a tool normally used for melting wires but works really well melting and creating a hold in the plastic. It can purchased at any hardware store and have been told that your Walmarts carry them as well.
I am so sorry I forgot to add the annotation...I will when I get home...and you can also go to the video I posted prior to this and it has the link there as well... Thank you for watching! :)
it's always interesting to see your new potting or rescue method for orchids.
+Orchid Galaxy Thank you so much for joining me on my orchid adventures...when it really boils down to it...what it's really about is enjoying our passion and learning as much as we can about our wonderful orchids. HAPPY GROWING MY DEAR...AND WISHING YOU THE ABSOLUTE BEST IN ALL OF YOUR ORCHID ADVENTURES! :)
Love your energy, knowlege and desire to share with us all that you have learned and continue to learn about orchid care just love it
Awwwwwww thank you so much and I do appreciate your kind and positiv comments. I am so sorry to be replying so late...sometimes my alerts don't alert me at all and I'm just seeing this message. I am wishing you the best in this new year and I am hoping it is filled with amazing orchid discoveries and endless orchid adventures! HAPPY GROWING! :)
Brilliant use of materials thanks as always for these awesome tips.. learning so much!!
As there is many ways to skin a cat...there's many ways to grow an orchid...sometimes you just have to get a little creative with it. Thank you so much for joining me on my orchid adventures and I am glad that it has been beneficial upon your orchid growing journey! HAPPY GROWING!
Great video Maria and always great to see you and your orchid adventures. Happy Growing
I have been missing you and your videos. Hope to see you soon. 😊
Excellent tutorial video. The roots on my are not quite as big as yours so I shall wait a few weeks and I will follow your potting instructions. Thank you very much Maria. I am glad I've accidentally found you.
+Blanca Acosta LOL! I am so glad that you accidentally found me too!!! YAAAAAAAY US!!! My catesetum type is doing exceedingly well...this was the best method for me and I am being rewarded for my bold attempt in discovering this method...it is growing like crazy to the point that I will have to do another repot very soon. Please keep me posted on how yours does. :)
I am so happy with my catasetum. Just like weed or bad grass, just keeps growing really fast. I am not to sure when I can start watering. How can a follower share pictures or ideas with you?
I wouldn't be too intimidated to water...I think the key is to allow it moisture without the over eccessive drenching...spraying it lightly is good for starting off, just make sure it can comfortably collect water and still breath at the same time....and when it really takes off then you can begin to water as normal...I started my catasetum with light moisture in the terrarium just as soon as I seen the nubbin and now it's GROWING like there is no tomorrow! I have learned that along with the knowledge you gain you also have to use what you think is right for you...often times I have gotten off the beaten path and have discovered a better way of doing things...at least for me. So try not to over worry yourself with every detail...and remember to also enjoy the experience and the journey!! :) ...oh and you are welcome to share your pics on Facebook @ my orchid adventures. HAPPY GROWING! :)
Thank you Maria. Love learning about orchids from you. You are easy going and you bring a lot of fun into it.
Wow , you are so creative & resourceful ! I learned so much from you ... Happy growing !
+Miche You are so sweet! I really appreciate the kind feedback!!! WISHING YOU THE ABSOLUTE BEST IN ALL OF YOUR ORCHID ADVENTURES! ...AND HAPPY GROWING TO YOU AS WELL! :)
Great Job Maria! Look at all those green healthy roots!!! I just recently received my first cstm which the new growth is already leafing, but will try this once it goes dormant. I'm nervous cause everyone keeps saying the nubs can rot! and I definitely want to avoid that. Thanks for sharing.
+YenYen's garden Thank you so much for watching...and yes I was a bit nervous too with all the talk of rotting the new growth...but I've had great luck with mine and I really do give this method that I tried all of the credit. It really helps to see what is going on and with the terrarium method and using clear containers really gives you an advantage into literally seeing up close what is going on. This Catasetum type orchid is growing like crazy right now...and the roots are massive in such a short time...I will have to do another repot on this very soon...YIKES! LOL!
Thanks for sharing this wonderful method! Ooooh can't wait to try it out with my catasetum!!!
YAAAAAAAY! I AM SO HOPING IT WORKS FOR JUST AS WELL AS IT HAS WORKED FOR ME! Please keep me posted. :) I can't wait to see your results! :)
awesome strategy Maria! so smart! I have always avoided orchids that require a dry rest because I am also very heavy handed with watering(hence my love for Vandas). Maybe I'll give them a try and use your method. The bottle would act as a barrier between the orchid and my neurotic "must water everything! " mentality. xoxo
+TropicalPlantParty 1 HA HA HA!!! RIGHT!!! ...and thank you so much for your kind comments....yes the bottle method has worked exceedingly well for me!!! The roots are growing like crazy and it may be time for a repot soon!!! YIKES! If you do decide to give it a go...please keep me posted...and perhaps even a video...hint, hint! The bottle terrariums are great for a number of things...and I always have a couple on standby just incase. Hoping all is well with you dear friend...and I can't wait to see your vandas all come into bloom!!! :)
Hi Maria, I too have been wondering if things are ok. I really miss your videos. Hope you come back soon!
All is well...bouncing back from camera and computer going on the fritz...and also working on different projects as well...but I am getting back on track...will start posting on a regular basis real soon. Thanks so much for your patience and continuing to join me on my orchid adventures. I really appreciate it. :)
What a great method!
Please post photos of your plant as it grows, in stages!
Nice video Maria...still can not get over you growing your plants in your bathroom...must feel like Jane looking for Tarzan when you are taking a bath..surrounded by all the lovely blooms...Unfortunately none of my Catts have come out of dormancy yet but i am patient and will just see what nature does and if and when they come out...thanks for sharing!
@TD Moore and that is another orchid adventure..lol
it sure is LOL
+SHARON SHORT HA HA HA!!!! Thank you all so much...and yes I have come to the conclusion that indeed I am in need of a greenhouse...I have added that request on my Christmas list...and am so hoping that Orchid Santa will come through!!! LOL!
+TD Moore Ha ha ha!!! It has been quite a wild and crazy adventure!!! ...but to be honest with you some of my orchids seem to be doing a whole lot better indoors...so I may opt to keep certain ones inside...Indeed what an adventure!!! Wishing you all the best with your catts...I'm sure before you know it they will be blooming like mad orchids!!! LOL!!! :)
Thank you Maria for your kind words
Mine look just like yours. I did not repot because they are in the right size pots right now. It seems so late for them to break dormancy but I wait patiently.
Nice video, great method. Where are you, Maria? haven't post any update for long time. Hope things are ok with you.
Hi Maria, hope that you are doing well. Happy flag day. Praying for Orlando!
Thank you Cheryl Adams...and yes I doing well...thank you for your warm thoughts and prayers...that is so nice and sweet of you! I am hoping you are well also and wishing you the best in all that you do! HAPPY GROWING! :)
Exelent! My catasetum isn't fully dormant yet, cant wait it to happen. Fingers crossed, i hope i dont lose it.
YOU WILL DO JUST FINE!!! I can't wait until it blooms for you!!! ...oh and by the way....I wanted to thank you for also joining me on my Younow broadcasting adventures! You are awesome! :)
+PictureMaria1 I love your broadcast in Younow! Due to different timezones i cant join every time, but whenever i can, i surely will! :) Thank you for being you! :)
AWWWWWWW THANKS SO MUCH! I really do appreciate that! Some people don't quite understand my humor or my uniqueness...but I have learned to appreciate myself in all of my ways...and just as long as I am true to myself, my development and what I love... then indeed I can live with purpose and without regrets... I do love and appreciate my friends that share in my MISSION and PASSION! LIVE, LOVE LAUGH!!!
Hey there ...I did comment in another video of yours....it wud b of great help if u make videos on catasetum seedlings and how to grow them...I m not talking about mature pseudobulbs and their new outgrowths BT about fresh seedlings...how to care and what are t danger issues, growing catasetum seedlings developed by tissue culture or from seeds....whatever it might be....
You are genious! So easy! I'll try that on my small other species aswell!
OH MY I HAVE TO TELL YOU HOW PLEASED I AM WITH THE RESULTS!!! They have been above and beyond what I expected!!! I will post and show you exactly what I mean! Please keep me posted on yours...I would love to know the results! :)
+MY Orchid Adventures can you post another video? People have been worried about you :(
I just got my first data setup and it is pushing a small growth with 3 small roots. Should I repot now or leave it in its original pot🙏🏼? Thank you Maria and stay safe!
It is really your preference whether or not you want to repot it. Some people use the same pot and media over and over until it breaks down or is non usable any longer. So whatever you feel most comfortable with is fine.
I wanted to give you two thumbs up but it did not let me. Great video.
AWWWWWW THANKS SO MUCH! It's the thought that counts and I appreciate it! Happy growing and wishing you success and an endless amount of happiness upon your orchid adventures!
Hello Madam Maria can I do the same thing to all my orchids too? Including Dendrobium? Thank you for sharing your amazing new method. God bless you more🙏🌻
How are you going to pot it up without damaging the growing root tips? Or I guess I should ask how did you manage to not damage the new root tips? I'd be too scared to pot it with the roots like that unless potting into peat mix, which, I think would work great with these.
When you soak the roots for about 5 - 10 minutes they become more workable...they were easy to pot up and not a single root was damage...at least that I know of...and as of right now I am so due for an update...because this orchid has been growing like crazy!!!! The roots are absolutely insane...stay tuned for the video,
I'm so excited to try this method.ok on all orchids? Thank you for you prompt response :)
+Gloriana Yeagley This has worked exceedingly well for me...I am actually very amazed...The roots and foliage are growing like mad...and I will actually have to repot her soon because of it! ...this method is great for orchids that need constant moisture but are prone to root rot if given too much watering. ...please keep me posted if you try this method on any of your orchids.
Hi Maria, you've not posted a video in a while, so I hope you're okay and you're just too busy doing other nice things. :)
Just wanted to let you know that you got tagged again. I hope I'm not mistaken that you came up with new orchid tag questions. I just answered them and I would love to hear your answers to the questions. Take care!
Love your videos!!!
Awwwwwww thanks so much!!! ...and I am happy you joined me on M.Y. Orchid Adventures! I am hoping that you are well and enjoying your orchid adventures! :) HAPPY GROWING!
maria where are you from?
you're orchids was very beautiful and healthy..
I'm from Philippines..
love your videos..
keep it up..
Kumusta ka? I currently live in Florida, but originally born on the beautiful Island of the Philippines! Thank you for watching and joining me on my orchid adventures and I do appreciate the kind comments! Salamat! :)
Hi Maria, sort of an aside question.. how do you make the holes in the bottom half of your terrarium? I'm wondering what tool/method you use because the edges on the holes you made seem so uniform and clean (i.e. not burnt black, which I haven't managed to do😅).
+ikic dox I actually used a regular soldering gun...I guess the gun I have uses a low enough setting where it doesn't burn the plastic as much...if you want the same results you may want to go with one that has temperature control.
is Florida and Philippines are climate alike?
I'm an orchid lover too..
I like a lot of your videos you inspire me..
so do you understand Tagalog?
Here in Florida it we have very hot temperatures that are similar to the Philippines...although I will say it can get a whole lot hotter in the Philippines. What kind of orchids do you have and which ones are your favorites? Thank you so much for your kind comments and I am so happy you have joined me on my orchid adventures! :) ...oh and I can speak in tagalog...a little...but it is putol putol...and sometimes baliktad....LOL! I can understand a lot of it...but leaving the Philippines as a toddler, there is also a lot I have unfortunately forgotten.
You know your so kind..
Thank you also for your
Kind reply..
I have dendrobium and Vanda's..
But I don't know their names..
Haha..
I've search it in
The Google but unfortunately
I don't find the names of the others..
I can teach you again
Some Tagalog words..
they are so healthy
YES their root system grew so crazy too. Catasetums are wonderful orchids to have.
I made them die just because i don't know how to taking care of them....sigh...im so sorry for them!
how do you poke holes in the plastic bottles?
Wow!
...YES I GOT SOME PRETTY CRAZY RESULTS AND QUITE AN ADVENTURE WITH THIS GUY!!! We've been on quite a journey and I'm hoping things have settled down (believe it or not I also had to do and emergency repot) and now he can focus on blooming soon now that we are coming into our Autumn season. I am so highly anticipating them and keeping my fingers crossed.
What do you use to create the holes in your soda bottle??
I used a sodder gun...a tool normally used for melting wires but works really well melting and creating a hold in the plastic. It can purchased at any hardware store and have been told that your Walmarts carry them as well.
MY Orchid Adventures thank you! Found one at the hardware store and got my partner to do the holes! He had so much fun, he holed up about 10 for me 😂
couldn't see the site for your terrarium?
I am so sorry I forgot to add the annotation...I will when I get home...and you can also go to the video I posted prior to this and it has the link there as well... Thank you for watching! :)
came on translat to indonesian languate please !