Scale and fungi have a diabolical tendency ...

Scale and fungi have a diabolical tendency ...

Scale and fungi have a diabolical tendency to attack the part of a plant against the wall and out of reach-hence the warning that benches should be 'reach' width.

Floors should preferably be raised a few inches above the surrounding ground to provide drainage.

One or two inches of gravel over earth (round or pea gravel is most satisfactory) makes the best type of floor, since it dries out quickly on the surface while retaining moisture underneath.

Such a floor helps maintain proper humidity when it is wet down on hot days.

Walks may be of brick or rough concrete.

Durable wood walks are more comfortable to stand on and, if constructed of slats, will dry out rapidly enough.

They do, however, provide hiding places for slugs and other pests, including rats.

Aisles between benches should be wide enough so that one may walk comfortably without fear of breaking off new shoots, damaging flowers, or knocking down pots.

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Stay tuned for more orchid-growing advice tomorrow! :)




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