Oh my gosh, I grow all types of orchids! Seriously, I will try just about any of them and am patient enough (years) for blooms. Catts, paphs, phals, cyms, oncs and many others. I'd like to get more of them outdoors this year but am so hesitant because I know the deer are bold enough to come right up next to the house. I've probably killed just as many as I've managed to keep alive!
Something along the lines of "Orchids 101" might be good at some point ( I had great success with something like that on another site) so newbies won't feel foolish asking their questions. A photo journal of related terms and tools and a tutorial about potting/repotting could be great, and the more experienced might be able chime in with additional tips. Let's face it, orchids can seem intimidating - especially for those who have paid a small fortune for one or received a special gift with no idea of how to deal with it. Patience with those asking what seems to be the very same topics or questions we hear repeatedly could mean a lot to prospective 'addicts', ha ha! I guess what I'm saying is we've all been novices and were so thankful when someone took the time to address OUR issue even though they may have heard it a thousand times before! I learned this selling impatiens and begonias to first time gardeners at the store.
A What Else thread could be a lot of fun!