I've been learning a lot from you Slippertalk folks over the years, and would like to become an active member. I think I have figured out how to post photos, but please any suggestions would be appreciated.
I've been growing for over 15 years here in Chicago. I'm on the 18th floor with a northern exposure and about 100 orchids. It's a mixed collection, so I do use some supplemental lighting, t5s and t8s.
I'm a longtime member of the Illinois Orchid Society. I learn so much just chatting with my fellow members and seeing what they bring for the show table.
Growing orchids for me has always been about the contemplation of beauty,
but added to that is the challenge of being a good grower, and the exoticism of the plants themselves. I'm growing and blooming East Indian wildflowers in my living room! I think that's so cool!
Julie Hall
I've been growing for over 15 years here in Chicago. I'm on the 18th floor with a northern exposure and about 100 orchids. It's a mixed collection, so I do use some supplemental lighting, t5s and t8s.
I'm a longtime member of the Illinois Orchid Society. I learn so much just chatting with my fellow members and seeing what they bring for the show table.
Growing orchids for me has always been about the contemplation of beauty,
but added to that is the challenge of being a good grower, and the exoticism of the plants themselves. I'm growing and blooming East Indian wildflowers in my living room! I think that's so cool!
Julie Hall
