Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Orchid and Irises



About 2 to 2 ½ years ago, I was given a gift of an orchid plant. It was in bloom at the time. It continued to bloom for about 6 months. I have never tried orchids and was impressed with the long bloom time. But, when it got to the point where the last full bloom fell off and there was one somewhat shriveled bud on the flower stalk, I cut the stalk off (two of them, actually). I repotted the plant in a larger container (being careful to use “orchid potting mix”) and waited. And waited. And waited about a year. Then, finally, last winter, a flower stalk started. And, now, in May, it has blossomed beautifully. At this moment, it has not one, not four, but NINE open blossoms!







And outside, the irises are looking beautiful!








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