Finding Orchids in Spike

I recently got lucky and found a Lowes cattleya orchid showing a new spike, a spike is where a flower is going to bloom out of. Most of the Lowes orchids are quite young so this is very unusual to find. So when you are out looking for orchids keep an eye out for a sprout that looks like a spike coming out of the base of the plant. I expect with enough sunlight and watering that this orchid will flower in the fall. It was quite a large specimen for a department store orchid too. Now I have a few orchids without my favorite oriental cache pots I need to start looking for those to put them in.

Purple Tri-Color Orchid

 Blc. Island Charm "Elizabeth"

I ordered a new tri-color dark and light purple and white orchid yesterday as a reward to myself for finally selling my horse carriage. Orchids are like eye candy without the calories that can last a lifetime if well taken care of. You can also replicate their beauty to share with friends by dividing them once they reach a certain size. You need to have at least 3 rhizomes or bulbs to create a new plant - 4 is even better. Of course you can also sell your newly created orchid plants on ebay as that is where I have been buying mine below. I have found some of the same orchids for sale from different sellers so be sure to shop around to get the best price. Also pay attention when comparing prices as to whether you are getting a near to blooming orchid or a seedling which can take anywhere from 2 to 3 years to bloom.

Oriental Cache Pots and Planters

I just got my new orchid in the mail and it is quite large w. a young bud already on it which is surprising considering it was only $20 with shipping included. I don't think I will have to wait a whole 2 years for this baby to bloom. I missed going to the flea market this wednesday so will probably go to the thrift shop to look for more oriental planters and cache pots. Amazon has a good deal on them online as you can see by my previous post. As soon as I find out if I am coming or going I will decide if I want to order another orchid. I have my favorites already saved to order from ebay below.