I may need to find another support group, one for orchid addiction. A few weeks ago I had 6 orchids, and then I purchased 3 small orchids. Two days ago I succumbed to a regal Cymbidium orchid at the grocery store. Now there are 10 plants in my collection.
I’ve been longing for a Cymbidium for some time. The store had one about a month ago, which I sadly passed by because I was afraid it would be too expensive. This time there were 7 – 10 plants available. I just couldn’t walk away again. The first one to catch my eye was the one that came home with me. She had the largest flowers on two generous spikes. Best of all, she was only $20. It was a pleasant surprise when I checked the price at the register. There was a bar code label on the pot but no price. I’ve since wondered if I dreamed it, and now my store receipt is missing. No matter, she’s a lovely lady and it’s been a pleasure to have her sitting on my desk.
In the long run we will see if our relationship is destined to last. Cymbidiums like cooler night temperatures to encourage re-blooming. (50 -70 degrees). I am more of a hot house flower. The cold and I are not close friends. My new prize can apparently spend time outside while blooming, & right now our temps are reasonable enough that she may relocate for awhile. During the summer, she will have to be inside since it’s too hot here. Queen Cymbidium is definitely a demanding monarch requiring more specialized care. I hope I have what it takes to be her lady in waiting. If this association works out I may be well on my way to becoming the “Crazy Orchid Lady.”
The Project Queen
She's a big girl, about 34" from the bottom of the pot to top of her tallest flower spike.
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