Hi!!! I'm also a DG transplant & my dream is to go & visit Fred's gardens one day!!!
I started collecting Orchids when I was stationed in HI. I'd go to the flea market @ once a month and buy a beautiful Orchid for $5 or less. Just left them outside & they thrived & bloomed.
I brought a few back with me when I was transferred to MD. Some lived but none ever bloomed again. And eventually they were all gone.
About 5 years ago I went to the Home Show & they had orchids. I asked for one that was "easy" to take care of and a Sherry Baby followed me home. She was lonely so I found her a friend. I now have @20. Actually 2 followed me home today (from the Home Show again).
I really don't know much about Orchids, but have recently bought a couple books. I must do something correctly because most bloom at least once a year.
I do own a home in FL & we plan to relocate there next year. I can already see Orchids hanging from my trees!!!
And, in my spare time, I'm a quilter............
