ORCHID GROWING IN THE HOME 

Until recently, not too much was heard about growing orchids 
without a greenhouse. Gradually, however, the stories seeved out 
~- from all parts of the country came reports that orchids were 
being grown under all sorts of conditions. Maeny and ingenious 
were the methods used by amateur growers to provide humid condi- 
tions, and to maintain a balance of heat. light, and water. 
This upsurge of interest in growing orchids revealed that 
flower lovers everywhere were digging for information and were 
applying what was gleaned thereby, until rewarded with that 
breath-taking sight, an orchid plant in bloom. In many cases, 
a beautiful Scrap Book, painstakingly put together, and the com- 
panion use of a camera to capture those momentous occasions, 
followed in natural order as a result of all of this research 
and labor. It is from just such humble beginnings that many a 
fine Orchid Collection has been buiit. 
You may have contemplated growing orchids for pleasure, but 
hesitated because you thought that this would take more time and 
energy than you had to spare. One of the surprising discoveries 
an amateur makes is the fact that the majority of orchids are 
extremely self-sufficient. The fat, succulent bulbs (pseudo- 
bulbs) are storehouses of nourishment, and make the matter of 
watering and feeding practically unnecessary. The important 
needs are for plenty of light without direct sun, and some means 
of providing the surroundings with humidity. 
If you plan to grow a full collection of orchids, or many 
of one kind for cut-flower purposes, a glass house will suit 
your purpose better. . But there is no reason why you should 
deprive yourself of the pleasure of growing orchids for fun - 
in your living room, kitchen, or in any bright spot in the home 
where you can control the sun and add moisture to the air. 
“Ong 7 Q hid!’ 
292% San Juan Blvd., Frank and Isobel Weber. 
Belmont, California Box 65, Belmont, Calif. 
- Hours: 1:00-5:00 P.M. Telephone: Belmont 2098. 
Closed Mondays 
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