Arne's Orchid Corner

Together with my husband, Arne, I am writing about our orchid collection that is constantly expanding. Orchids are his favourite and coming from Malaysia, this was one of the many things about him that surprises me. I found it interesting how he cultured orchids up in Sweden. Of course with all the modern technology and pure dedication, I've come to realize that this is indeed possible! These orchids are beautiful and I definitely want others to share in their beauty.

Sunday, August 26, 2018

Orchid of the day: Rhynchovola Jimminey Cricket

Rhynchovola Jimminey Cricket

This is a primary hybrid, a cross between Rhycholaelia digbyana (syn. Brassavola digbyana) and Brassavola nodosa (Lady of the Night).

A) A close up of the individual flower on August 19th.

B) On August 14th, we still had 3 flower buds unopened.

C) Three flowers fully in bloom.

D) By August 19th, six flowers were all in bloom.

E) Until today, all six flowers are still opened.

Until my next post, have a great week.

Sunday, August 5, 2018

Orchid of the day: Vanda testacea

Vanda testacea

Arne bought this orchid in 2016 and it actually came out as a bonus plant when he purchased the Vanda Stephen Scott Young. The first time I posted about this orchid was on July 19, 2017.

A) Individual flower on June 25th.

B) Our Vanda testacea on June 16th.

C) At this time, we were expecting around 34 flowers.

D) By June 25th, almost all 34 flowers were opened.

E) 'Hanging' around outside in the backyard.

Unfortunately by today, August 5th, all flowers are gone but we hope this orchid will be in bloom again next year. I hope you enjoyed my post today. Until next time, have a great week.