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Apr 10, 2016 10:23 PM CST
Name: Elaine
Sarasota, Fl
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It's a beauty, Jonna. No idea what it is either, but Ursula and Jim are our resident experts. My only comment would be to try to keep it as cool as possible during your hot summer weather. I think in Merida you get hotter in summer than we do in coastal Florida - mid-90's is about the worst we get since the summer pattern usually gives us sea breezes and clouds in the afternoons.

Under a large shade tree is often a few degrees cooler than other shady areas near buildings (that retain heat) since trees transpire so much water on hot days, they cool their surroundings.

A light spray of very dilute fertilizer might be helpful every week or two, and if you have a run of wet weather, pull it in under a roof overhang so it doesn't stay too soggy for too long. Most orchids like to be thoroughly watered then let to dry out before they're watered again.
Elaine

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