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The two essential conditions in orchid culture are location : 
and soil. Any situation. affording filtered sunlight is 
adequate, such as that provided by lath or spreading | 
. trees whose branches are not too dense nor too close to. 
the ground. As to soil: a mixture of from 60% to 75% 
coarse leafmold and the remainder a good sandy loam — 
or decomposed granite is recommended. Perfect drainage 
is requisite if one is to grow Cymbidiums. successfully. 
Keep them reasonably moist during the growing season 
(April-Séptember). Do not over-fertilize them; liquid fer- 
tilizer may be applied three times a year (May. 15th, 
July 1st, and August 15th). Plant so that the pseudo bulbs 
are at surface level and keep a good mulch of plain — 
leafmold ‘on the .bed when planted out. soe 
Cymbidiums are not particularly sensitive to cold,’ with: — 
standing a temperature of twenty-five degrees in perfect 
safety and even as low as twenty-four degrees in the ~ 
coastal regions. -Also, they are comparatively free 
from pests. 3 | 
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With a balanced selection of early, medium and late © 
blooming varieties, their period of bloom may be ex- 
tended from October through April. The blooms:on the 
plant retain their perfection of vitality and color from 
eight to ten weeks; the cut blossoms will last about 10 
‘days and are, therefore, in great demand for COTSages _ 
and flower arrangements. 
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If the above simple instructions are followed, you will; 
be amply rewarded with thesé graceful orchids which s 
spell magic in any garden, patio or indoors. et SN 
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