Wm. Kirch-Orchids, Ltd. 
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Vanda Tatzeri 
Vanda Ohuohu 
VANDA HYBRIDS 
We are indeed proud to offer this very com- 
plete listing of these fine hybrids. They, along 
with our Dendrobium hybrids, make Hawaii 
famous. The response from the public to these 
magnificent orchids at shows all over the world, 
the blue ribbons they win, the acclaim from 
tourists who see them here in Hawaii, all prove 
our previous statements that Vandas are on the 
threshold of great acceptance. We know of no 
other group of orchids that has made such rapid 
strides of improvement as have Hawaiian Van- 
das and Dendrobiums in the last ten years. 
Culture: Strap leaf Vandas are of easy cul- 
ture in temperate greenhouses. Temperature 
requirements are the same as for Cattleyas; 
namely, 58 degrees F. to 80 degrees F. Higher 
day temperatures will not harm them. They 
require as much light as you can give them 
without foliage burn. Obviously, such light 
intensity will vary from region to region. They 
are heavy feeders and should be fertilized reg- 
ularly. Any good complete nutrient solution 
recommended for orchids will do. They like 
light buoyant air, but should have at least 60- 
70% humidity. Potting can be done either in 
pots or slatted baskets. Use osmunda of hard 
fiber type in pieces or Hawaiian tree fern. Do 
not pot hard. Be sure they drain quickly. They 
want to be watered frequently, but to dry quick- 
ly. Obviously, hard potting is not conducive to 
this. 
In tropical regions where the temperature 
does not fall below 60 degrees, these plants can 
be grown outdoors. Give full morning sun, 50% 
shade after noon. Fertilize, water frequently. 
Pot as described for temperate regions. 
All of our plants are grown hard. It is best 
to pot them on to the next size pot when you 
receive them. Vandas benefit by oversizing. 
They do not like to be underpotted. 
For your convenience we are grouping the 
plants into categories that will help you to better 
understand their potential. 
