Latouria Dendrobiums

[@anitahjelm9804]

I can always count on you Wade. Just got myself a Den Nora Tokunaga and a Bl Yellow Bird. Searched KZbin and you have caretips for both. Thank you so much 💐

[@humphreywilliams6351]

I have a latouria type dendrobium cross that I didn't give the best care, but when I stated giving it better care, it exploded with new growth. I'm talking about more than five new growths when it used to have two. I hope it'll bloom soon because it should be an amazing show of fuzzy green flowers.

[@RogersOrchidsGardenandBonsai]

Impeccable timing - I've been after some Latourias for ages - very thin on the ground in the EU and I've just bought my first one - on it's way now. I was always under the impression that these grow similar to the den. phals so this is just what I needed. I'm hoping to get more - it's just a matter of finding some without having to pay silly prices. Thank you for all the tips in one place, appreciated.

[@Susana1024]

The latouria is my favorite genus. I also have a little green apples and it has not stopped blooming since I purchased it last year. There's never been a day where there is no bloom on her. I've repotted her in terracotta pot and in lava rocks and she seems to love it. I hope you make them available for sale since I do love this genus.

[@wadesorchids7219]

That is a perfect choice of pot a and media. If I didn't have to ship it I think I might have made the same choice.

[@michaelbrodzik2790]

Thanks Wade I love these Latoura Dens and can't wait to see the blooms.. I have a Roy tokanaga too and it has 5 new growths can't wait to see that one also! Look for you surprise early next week!!

[@CalebCornwell]

Thank you very much for the video Wade. Happy growing.

[@TracMcNguyen]

Thank you for this informative video. I'll try to adhere to your advices as much as possible. I hope my project plant will do great for me.

[@orchidma2437]

I love my Latouria’s and they are in a South window, they dry out daily and love tons of water. :)

[@growingthings6232]

that Convolutum is gorgeous and loved seeing it in person awesome video !!!

[@miche7032]

Nice orchid , hope you have it up for sale in the future ... Very informative video , thank you for sharing ...

[@wadesorchids7219]

I won't have that particular one but I'll have other Latouria types that are really nice!

[@orchidsadutchy4940]

Thank you, Wade! This was an informative video. I have been thinking of getting a latouria dendrobium at some point. This was interesting. Have a great Saturday!

[@adiposerex5150]

I have convolutum and it has really deep colors of lime green and deepest purple lip. It is a very reliable bloomer. It grows new pseudobulbs all the time and these always bloom with 4 or 5 flowers on at least two pseudobulbs.

[@TDMoorethanjustORCHIDS]

Nice video wade...i tend to water all of my Latourias everyday in the heat of summer...and they get slightly more than intermediate light..but then again i have mine strictly in lava rock with maybe a little bit of sphagnum amongst the rock but that is just how i do it..i haven't repotted mine yet and probably won't since you reported that it is in the medium that can last up to 5 years...maybe when it starts shooting up a new growth i will repot it...unless you recommend otherwise. Again thanks wade for all that you do and the person that you are :)

[@wadesorchids7219]

It will be fine. I usually repot when they outgrow the pot.

[@TDMoorethanjustORCHIDS]

thanks just what i thought

[@greenleaf8217]

Thanks Wade for your valuable tips

[@KrookedOrchids]

great video wade ♡ and thank you so much for all your hard work for OA everyone should be kissing your feet for the amount of 9f work you under took. :/ I hope everyone knows how big your heart is my wonderful orchid hubby ♡♡♡ xoxoxox miss you soo much see you soon ;D

[@wadesorchids7219]

I miss you so much too! Can't wait to see you two!!!!

[@newchidondablock7863]

Wow, Wade, that was awesome. I really want the green apples. I've seen that in a previous video of yours and wanted it then too. Now I'm convinced....especially when you said it doesn't need a cool winter. I'm sold. As for the project plant, where can we get one of those?

[@tuyetvo4353]

I bought this orchids - beautiful - ❤️ not rebloom …..

[@KrookedOrchids]

ok im 2 seconds in and have to give a huge shout out to chris !! what a great job you did on that logo ♡♡♡ wade im so happy you used it in your opening :D

[@wadesorchids7219]

I have a hunch we'll see this a lot in the future. :)

[@KrookedOrchids]

+Wade's Orchids good i love it !!!

[@HamimChowdhury]

Hello Wade How do you do missing your video these days !! Are you ok ??

[@alisonmaczka7359]

Ahh I see where I'm going wrong. I've been a bit too neglectful of them and have treated them more like my catts. Clearly they need and want a little more frequent watering than I've been giving them this winter.

[@wadesorchids7219]

Alison M. Since I made this video I have found that they can take quite a bit of water when in active growth.

[@alisonmaczka7359]

@@wadesorchids7219 ouch no wonder my tiny bubbles is so mad at me Oh well its not dead just grumpy so pleanty of time to correct things.

[@beckyschlegel6777]

Wade, Where can we get lava rock? I’ve only found it for bar-b-cues…? Becky

[@joannatheartist1004]

Are any of them fragrant?

[@raq0217]

I'm hoping to be able to participate in the next project. I joined Orchidholics Anonymous to stay informed!!!

[@wadesorchids7219]

There are many good people in the group. Remember to not be shy if you have questions. "OA" is designed to be informal and a place for us to help one another.

[@raq0217]

+Wade's Orchids Thank you Wade !!! I actually already introduced myself and shared some of my blooms. Lots of replies !!!

[@annathey2222]

I purchased a bi color flush Dendrobiums at our society’s auction. It’s tall and in a 4” clay pot. It stays wet for 7-10 days post watering, which I’m not sure if I should be concerned. It has a new growth at the bottom of a cane. Should I repot it in looser medium?

[@wadesorchids7219]

Ann Athey you might want to at least unpot it to look at the roots. Something seems wrong when it dries that quickly. Soak it for about 5-10 minutes so it will come out of the clay pot more easily. Ideally it should dry in about 3-4 days. Good luck!

[@annathey2222]

Wade's Orchids thank you so much!

[@annathey2222]

I repotted it and it was in sphagnum moss and a bit of dead roots. I’m very happy for the advice. Placed in new medium, I’m happy I hope my orchid is too! Thanks!

[@glendaurmacher3266]

WADE, could not bring up orchid a holies. I may be spelling it incorrect. please give me correct spelling. thanks love that orchid. where can they be gotten? best glenda

[@wadesorchids7219]

It is a group on Facebook. Orchidaholics Anonymous

[@glendaurmacher3266]

wade, just got den Burana White Jade. Bought it at Lowes and it is in flowers. Should I repot now or wait until it is finished blooming. Does it need a dry winter period. I am growing it in So. Calif. in a side patio with cattylayas and cymbididiums and species. I can grow most species out of doors all year long. What say you? thanks

[@wadesorchids7219]

That is a Phalaenopsis type of Dendrobium and likes warm temperatures and good light (same intensity as Cattleyas). Repot it when it is done flowering and add extra drainage. Some use straight lava rock but you must use a fertilizer with micronutrients. No rest period for this type.

[@glendaurmacher3266]

thank you so much. I knew you would know what to do with this. Want some Latourias.! Still can't get to Orchid Aholic Anonymous! its me. I am dense with computers!!

[@glendaurmacher3266]

would I give it cattalaya light while in bloom. I like to keep the in the house in bloom and I don't have that kind of light in the house.

[@wadesorchids7219]

It certainly wouldn't hurt to keep it inside for a week or even a bit longer but these can bloom for 2 months or more.

[@luningningsalangsang656]

I love orchids i. Always buy buy die no more

[@miche7032]

Perfect !

[@bthyme]

Can you mention fragrance or lack thereof?

[@wadesorchids7219]

Most Dendrobiums in the Latouria section have little to no fragrance.

[@patriciaenglish1113]

What do you think of leca and a clay pot for them? I thought bark was not good because it would stay too moist. Or can I mix both? I have orchiata bark at home.

[@wadesorchids7219]

I'm kinda "old school". When I was developing my techniques there was no leca. I can see how it may help with drainage. I guess in the end we all work into the materials and techniques that we use. The Orchiata should work well. Using drainage material in the bottom is a huge help.

[@greenleaf8217]

Sir please tell me for all orchids which is the best medium bark or semihydrophonic

[@sherrywalker4619]

Thanks Wade, you are a doll! Can I call you to order some and if so what is the number? I am on Signal Mountain in Tn. close to Chattanooga. Have an awesome day!😁

[@wadesorchids7219]

All the information and my listing are at www.wadesorchids.com. Click on the "Contact" tab for phone and you can also email me directly from there. Thanks!

[@seanupton3170]

I can't find the facebook group you mentioned. Is it still active? Doing group projects sounds fun, it's like a book club except instead of reading the same book, you're buying/growing the same plant :)

[@wadesorchids7219]

Sean Upton it is Orchidaholics Anonymous. Maybe your spelling was off. If you can't find it leave me a pm on Facebook with your email and I will get you added.

[@nakaayayat]

Mine wont bloom. They just giving out new babies

[@tuyetvo4353]

I soak the barks mix before I repot ….

[@wadesorchids7219]

A lot of people do that. It’s not practical when you have to pot up to 100 plants a day.

[@sherrywalker4619]

Where can I get kiwi bark?

[@wadesorchids7219]

I do sell small quantities but Sunset Valley Orchids is the supplier in the United States and if you are in the western U.S. the best place to get it from. Orchiata bark is similar and may be your best bet. The big problem is that shipping costs kill you because of the weight. Get with friends or your local society and do a bulk order. Another way is to contact someone who will be at a show you will be going to and arrange to pick it up there. I had to order 50 bags to get a good price to the east coast.