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Diana, I started just like you about 6 years ago!! I started with an Ascocenda from the vandaceous alliance which I was told was a very hard plant to grow to begin. But I had the same determination and enthusiasm as you and I bloomed it a few months later. Now I have many of them and enjoy them immensely!
Let me start by telling you that the right side of every page has fabulous links to lots of amazing information-especially the culture sheets of the AOS orchid basics on their website and also links to their videos. These links also may help you.
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So girl you have some cramming to do!!
Perreiraaras are complex hybrids but they are made up of all vandaceous orchids that like to have their roots in the air, watered in the AM and dry before night. They like lots of bright indirect light year round and in winter here up north even direct light for a while every day. They do best in baskets where their fat roots can stick through the slats (not plastic unless very large holes). They should not be considered easy because of the watering commitment but if you are determined to grow them well, they are an easier vandaceous orchid. Mine bloom twice a year and are one of my most reliable plants. Ursula also owns this plant and loves it. Hope this answers your questions to begin.
