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September 2010 Issue of Orchids

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The Stanhopea Book

I received a copy of Rudolf Jenny's monograph/treatise The Stanhopea Book. All I can say is wow! It must have been a labor of love. But this doesn't tell you anything about the book. Before you open a cover of this book, it should be remembered that Jenny is from Switzerland, and while he reads five languages... above: Stanhopea reichenbachiana Roezl ex Rchb.f

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Fundamentals of Orchid Biology

Every orchid society library should have a copy of this volume, and it belongs on the shelf of every serious orchid grower. The original hardcopy version was out of print and has been reprinted in paperback at...

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The Orchids of Nepal

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Bloom-Again Orchids: 50 Easy-Care Orchids

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The Organ Mountain Range: Its History and Its Orchids

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March 2010: How to Repot a Cymbidium

Cymbidiums make such large root systems that they frequently are difficult to remove from the pot. Lear how to repot on in this tutorial.

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November 2009: First Guangxi Orchid Conference

"Would I like to speak at the First Guangxi International Orchid Conservation Symposium in Leye in May?" In addition to being an opportunity to learn more about the orchids of China from some Chinese researchers, there was a field trip to the Yachang Orchid Nature Preserve, and the prospect of seeing large populations of Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum in bloom. Who could resist such an invitation?

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Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden

At the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, many of the living collections are grouped into geographical areas and themes helping to distinguish the plants' origins from around the world. The historical area contains one of Lucky Baldwin's homes and contains trees such as ginkgoes, eucalyptus, English oaks and Mexican fan palms, which he planted. Adjacent to the historical adobe there is a beautiful rose garden featuring heritage varieties. The herb garden is located...

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Vandas Come in All Sizes

Aeridinae species and hybrids come in all sizes from the delights of tropical gardens, Vandopsis at six feet (2M.) to the jewel-like Schoenorchis at one inch (2.5Cm.). Greenhouse, window sill and light growers in temperate climes usually prefer plants toward the more petite size of this range. There are plenty to choose...

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August 2009: Stalky & Family

Rummaging through second-hand bookshops has long been one of my passions and Lewes, in Sussex on the south coast of England, is one of my favourite hunting grounds. The town lies on the north flank of the South Downs, just northeast of Brighton, home to the extravagantly ornate Royal Pavilion of the Prince Regent. Lewes has, however

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September 2010 Issue of Orchids