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4:15 water pH discussion for orchids
10:20 Potting mix discussion for Phals and Catts
14:58 Potting mix discussion for Paphiopedilum
21:01 potting mix contaminants (possible Osmocote shells)
22:34 causes for bud blast
28:20 recommendations for labeling systems
32:02 troubleshooting cracked leaves
34:48 blisters on unopened flower buds
37:08 evaluating possible stem rot---potential causes
40:19 dark sheath on Laelia pseudobulb
43:06 cleaning hard water spots off orchid leaves
46:20 Zygopetalumae subtribe intergeneric hybrids
50:02 possible treatments using Hydrogen Peroxide as well as aspirin
51:50 rotating plants growing on a windowsill
53:48 why watering with warm water doesn't help Vandas
55:02 fertilizer discussion for growing better roots
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