Sometimes I think we get almost paranoid seeing spots, streaks, and other discolorations on our orchid leaves. I used to fret about every "abnormality" I saw, and with 100's of orchids, I saw a lot of them. I just remind myself that these are plants (often grown outdoors with Mother Nature, animals, and insects beating on them 24/7), and plants are not supposed to be "perfect". If an orchid is growing well and appears otherwise healthy, I just don't worry about imperfections any longer. There are more than enough problems in this world to worry about.

Exactly!
I would think anyone who might fret or obsess about a couple of spots simply needs more Orchids!! So there!!
Gigi, the Phaius and Vanda are gorgeous!!

"So there" is right!

Gigi, my Vandas are showing some spots, and also some really yellowing leaves. I'm thinking though, that I really like Ursula's response! Time to shop for more orchids!

I guess it is good I am not a plant epidemiologist. My perspective might be skewed then.

I like your attitude, Tara.

Thanks Ken! Actually it's really good timing too. Jean and I are heading down to Apopka on Friday! Can't wait!

My Vanda leaves always have spots too. But when I was at Kawamoto's in December, all his Vandas had spots. I am over over-obsessing! But any excuse to buy a new orchid is okay by me...

Beautiful flowers guys!

Daisy

There you go, Daisy. Unfortunately, I have never needed much of an excuse.

everyone, now I can enjoy this more, the blooms look really healthy.

If the forum moderator declares that we must need more orchids then as ( Was it Captain Kirk or Captain Jean Luc Picard said)...."Make it so!"
I've been going through my collection and wish list hoping to fill in some gaps in the color wheel.

Picard!
Let's use a high warp factor while we are at it....

Rudd, That Epi. is a beauty! I've never seen that one before. Now I'll have to look it up.

Getting more orchids is not the problem, getting more windowsills is...

Ruud

Although my rescued Phals are just starting to bloom I thought I'd show them anyway and then post more photos as more of them bloom.

That's going to be a heck of a bloomer, Chris. Your rescue efforts are paying off.

Yep, you are so right Ruud. That's why I have greenhouses.

RuuddeBlock said:Getting more orchids is not the problem, getting more windowsills is...

Ruud

That will be my dilemma as well!

Awesome job with those Phals, Chris! Gorgeous!

Thanks Ken, I'm really glad I invested in the shade cloth before summer gets here.

Thanks Tara, I can't wait until the other colors bloom. So far all I have is white but I'm pretty sure I still have at least one purple or lavender left.
I've still got 15 of the original 23 left so I don't think I'm doing too bad.