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Maroochydore Orchid Society Inc. presents, The Observer P.O. Box 382, Maroochydore 4558 www.maroochydoreorchidsociety.com.

au Treasurer - Del Whittaker (07) 5476 5305 Editor - Fred Lenz (07) 54915654 fmlenz@westnet.com.

to grow and are a great lead in to orchid growing for novice growers. Species in the genus originate from tropical and subtropical Americas and the Caribbean. Modern breeding of reed-stem epis.

1 Maroochydore Orchid Society Inc. presents, The Observer P.O. Box 382, Maroochydore Patroness - Rosanna Natoli President - Duncan McMartin (07) Secretary - Kathy Howatson (07) maroochyorchid1@optusnet.com.au Treasurer - Del Whittaker (07) Editor - Fred Lenz (07) fmlenz@westnet.com.au The next cultural meeting is Tuesday 1 st May Summary of Reed-Stem Epidendrum Cultural Meeting Presentation by Ian Walker Reed-Stem Epidendrums commonly known as crucifix or sun orchids are easy to grow and are a great lead in to orchid growing for novice growers. Species in the genus originate from tropical and subtropical Americas and the Caribbean. Modern breeding of reed-stem epis. is producing large single and multi-coloured flowers which can easily rival traditional show bench winners for the top prizes. Potting Media/Potting The potting media I'm using for mature Reed-Stems is 2 parts Kiwi Bark(50% No3/ 50% No4 size), 2 parts coconut chip, 1 part perlite. This mix provides good drainage while still allowing the mix to remain moist. For propagating smaller plants I change the Kiwi Bark down to 50/50 No2/No3 size. Epi. Wedding Valley Sakura I prefer to under pot the plants in relation to their size as the plants naturally produce masses of aerial roots. The pot is basically anchorage for the plant as it is a true epiphyte/lithophyte orchid.

Light Requirements I grow the plants under 50% shade, hanging them just beneath the shade cloth.

It is recommended not to grow the modern mericlones/seedlings in full sun as you would the older types of crucifix.

The fertilizer is Flowfeed: From mid Sept to end of January Flowfeed EX7 (N 20.8%, P 3.3%, K 17.4% + T.E.) on a 10 day cycle.

I also use Calcium Nitrate at the rate of 3 grams/litre from mid Sept to the end of January as my source of calcium for the

I think successful orchid growing comes from trial and error over many years.

Cheers Ian Walker SCOSCaloundra Autumn Orchid Show As shown on the Display Results Sheet Maroochydore OS produced a

2 Light Requirements I grow the plants under 50% shade, hanging them just beneath the shade cloth. Orchid house walls are also 50% shade cloth providing good air movement. It is recommended not to grow the modern mericlones/seedlings in full sun as you would the older types of crucifix. Fertilizer I'm using an older style foliar fertilizer (for all orchids) which has given me good results over many years. The fertilizer is Flowfeed: From mid Sept to end of January Flowfeed EX7 (N 20.8%, P 3.3%, K 17.4% + T.E.) on a 10 day cycle. From Feb to mid Sept Flowfeed GF9 (N 14.0%, P 4.6%, K 23.0% +T.E.) on a 14 day cycle. I also use Calcium Nitrate at the rate of 3 grams/litre from mid Sept to the end of January as my source of calcium for the plants. ** Please note: This is what works fairly well for me under my conditions and may not be suitable for your situation. I think successful orchid growing comes from trial and error over many years. Try something different if you are not succeeding. Cheers Ian Walker SCOSCaloundra Autumn Orchid Show As shown on the Display Results Sheet Maroochydore OS produced a creditable display to gain third place. After the stand was erected, Kathy and Loraine superbly and skilfully arranged the wide array of orchids and foliage into a grand display. Champion Orchid RESULTS John Salway 3x1st, 2x 2 nd, 2x 3 rd Fred/Marg Lenz 3x 2nd Loraine Hocking 1x 2nd Ian Walker 2x1st, 1x 3rd Peter Henssler 1x 1 st, 1x 3rd Rod Aisthorpe 1 x 3 rd MOS Display Reserve Champion

3 APRIL CULTURAL MEETING RESULTS JUDGES CHOICE POPULAR CHOICE NOVICE 1 Onc Sharry Baby Joanne McLoughlan 2 Den. unknown Den. unknown B Garner B Garner SPECIES 1 Den. bigibbum Den. bigibbum John Salway John Salway 2 Phrag. longifolium Peter Henssler OAM 3 Galeandra lucastris Joe Mercieca FOLIAGE 1 Calathea Calathea Loraine Hocking Loraine Hocking 2 unknown Loraine Hocking 3 Asplenium Fern Richard Bryan ONCIDIUM 1 Oncdm. Succubus Oncdm. Succubus Loraine Hocking Loraine Hocking 2 Onc. Wildcat Loraine Hocking 3 Mtassa. Aztec Toni Peter Henssler OAM DENDROBIUM 1 Den. Ceasar Green John Salway 2 Den. Airy Crimson Den. Airy Crimson Joe Mercieca Joe Mercieca 3 Den. Racheal Simpon John Salway CATTLEYA 1 C. unknown C. unknown Kev. Rimmington Kev. Rimmington 2 C. unknown Del Whittaker 3 Lc. Loveknot Joe Mercieca VANDA 1 V. Mirissa s Little Doll John Salway 2 V. Gordon Dillion V. Gordon Dillion Loraine Hocking Loraine Hocking 3 V. Precious John Salway ANY OTHER GENERA 1 Phrag. Sedenii Nicky Phrag. Sedenii Nicky Peter Henssler OAM Peter Henssler OAM 2 Bulb. unknown Duncan McMartin 3 Paph. Cherry Glace x farrieanum Joe Mercieca OVERALL WINNER John Salway Vanda Marissa s Little Doll

4 APRIL BENCHED PLANTS Phrag. Sedenii Nicky V. Gordon Dillion Mtssa Aztec Toni Oncdm. Succubus Onc. Sharry Baby Den Ceasar Green Calathea Asplenium Fern

PLANT of the APRIL V.Marissa s Little Doll. This plant was purchased from Aranbeem Orchids and is a mericlone. The cross that made this was V.Tubtim Velvet x V.

I water by hand every day in summer early morning and in winter maybe every second day depending on temperature and cloud cover.

Regards John Salway BUSH HOUSE VISIT On a beautiful Autumn Sunday morning, the 15th of April, nine members visited the bush houses of Bill Letcher in Nambour.

Bill generously donated an orchid to the visiting members and we thank him for his hospitality.

5 PLANT of the APRIL V.Marissa s Little Doll. This plant was purchased from Aranbeem Orchids and is a mericlone. The cross that made this was V.Tubtim Velvet x V.John De Biase both are exceptional parents. I have seen numerous plants of this at nurseries in Thailand. It is grown under 50% shade cloth with alsynite on top. I water by hand every day in summer early morning and in winter maybe every second day depending on temperature and cloud cover. I fertilize in warm months with Calcium Nitrate once a week. In the cooler months I use Peters Flower Booster. Regards John Salway BUSH HOUSE VISIT On a beautiful Autumn Sunday morning, the 15th of April, nine members visited the bush houses of Bill Letcher in Nambour. We were treated to an extensive variety of orchid genera in various environments. Bill generously donated an orchid to the visiting members and we thank him for his hospitality. The bakery over the road from Bill s place was perfect for our morning tea and a chat. Bill in amongst his plants and one species in flower. Even Richard s dog admired Kathy s Laelia species. Supper Roster for 2018 May: June: July: Richard Bryan & Peter Hensler Loraine Hocking & John Salway Ian Walker & Barry Cheeseman August: Kathy Howatson, Billy Letcher September: Del Whittaker, Kev Rimmington October: Fred & Marg Lenz November:,

6 COMBINED GARDEN CLUBS PICNIC DAY WEDNESDAY 30 th MAY 2018 AT Noosa Botanic Gardens COOROY NONSTOP ENTERTAINMENT 60 S S MUSIC... (Buddy Holly, Neil Diamond, Everly Brs.) LIVE ON STAGE THE STOLZENBERG BROTHERS. Guest speakers on plants, foliage,broms and orchids. 9.AM start official opening 10.AM AUSTRALIAN ICON and HISTORIAN RICHARD KINNON ALL ABOUT EARLY AUSTRALIA S OUT BACK, LONGREACH GUIDED TOURS OF THE GARDENS BY FRIENDS OF THE GARDENS BURGERS SANDWICHES CAKES BILLY TEA WITH DAMPER AND TREACLE PLANT SALES (cash no eftpos) MONSTER RAFFLE DRAWN AT 1.00PM MAIN STAGE COFFEE and ICE CREAM VENDORS LOTS MORE Contact Kevin E. rosco611@gmail.com

7 STOCQ & OQI MEETING 16 th June Hosted by the Maryborough District OS St. Paul's Church Hall, Corner Adelaide and Ellena Streets, Maryborough. The Agenda for the day 9am Judges meeting 9.30am am Morning Tea, 9.50am am STOCQ MEETING (all invited to attend) 10.45am am OQI Meeting (all welcome to attend) 11.15am guest Speaker: Steven Swan Topic Tolumnia (Or Mini Oncidiums) pm Lunch 1.00pm AfternoonVisits - Ron Southern, Don & Jacki Cantle. Lunch will be provided for $12. For catering purposes, please reply with numbers attending to secretarymdos@gmail.com by Friday 1stJune. FUTURE INTERNATIONAL /AUSTRALIAN CONFERENCES AND SHOWS July Orchids in the Foothills, 21 st AOC Conference & Show, Hawkesbury Indoor Stadium, South Windsor NSW September STOCQ Orchidfest Rockhampton OS LIBRARY An orchid book library is available at the Girl Guide Hall for all members to use. Please ensure borrowed books are signed out by our Librarian, Joe Mercieca ORCHID QUIZ Test your orchid knowledge Complete the names of the Cattleya Alliance Species below: Abbreviation Amb B Ctpsl Dga E Lps Ngl Orstdl Psy Rl Scgl Schom Sphrnt S Tet Ttma Name

8 2018 CALENDAR EVENT LOCATION SET UP SHOW DAYS/TIMES Gympie Garden Expo & Orchid Show Gympie Showgrounds Pavilion Friday 4 th May Saturday 5 th May 8am -4pm Sunday 6 th May 8am 3pm Bundaberg OS Show Bundaberg Civic Centre Thursday 10 th May Friday 11 th May Saturday 12 th May Sunday 13 th May Noosa District Orchid & Foliage Show CWA hall Cooroy (closed show) na Friday 11 th May Saturday 12 th May Boyne Tannum Orchid & Foliage Show St Francis Primary School Francis Way off Hampton Drve Tannum Sands Friday 25 th Saturday 26 th May Sunday 27 th May Tweed District OS Show Tweed City Shopping Centre Wednesday 30 th May Thurs/Frid/Sat 31/5,1/6,2/6 STOCQ MEETING Maryborough &District OS St. Paul's Church Hall, Corner Adelaide and Ellena Streets, Maryborough. Saturday 16 th June Saturday 16 th June Start 9.00am Morning tea 9.30am Caboolture OS Show Morayfield Community Hall Thursday 19 th July Friday 20 TH July Saturday 21 st July Sunday 22 nd July Combined Societies Howard n/a Saturday 14 th July Workshop Maroochydore Orchid Society Show Millwell Rd Community Hall Thursday 9 th August Friday 10 th August Saturday 11 th August Agnes Waters OS Show Agnes Waters Community Hall Friday 10th August Saturday 11 th August Sunday 12 th August Nambour OS Show Nambour Uniting Church Hall Thursday 30 th August Friday 31 st August Saturday 1 st September Childers & Isis OS Show Isis Cultural Centre,Childers Thursday 30 th August Friday 31 st August Saturday 1 st September Maryborough &District OS Spring Show St. Paul's Church Hall, Corner Adelaide and Ellena Streets, Maryborough. Cooroy RSL Hall (if renovated) Wednesday 12 th September Thursday 13 th September Friday 14 th September Noosa Orchid & Foliage Society Show Thursday 13 th September Friday 14 th September Saturday 15 th September Glasshouse Country OS Show Beerwah Community Hall Thursday 20 th September Friday 21 st September Saturday 22 nd September Hervey Bay Orchid & Garden Xavier Catholic College Thursday 27 th September Friday 28th September Spectacular 1 Wide Bay Dve Saturday 29 th September Eli Waters H/B Sunday 30 th September Rockhampton Orchid Society Rockhampton SHS na Saturday 29 th September Show Campbell St Sunday 30 th September Bribie Island Orchid Society Orchid House 156A Thursday 11th October Friday 12 th October Show First Avenue Saturday 13 th October Nambour OS Species Show Nambour Uniting Church Hall Thursday 1 st November Friday 2 nd November Saturday 3 rd November STOCQ meeting Caboolture tba n/a Saturday 10 th November OS STOCQ 2019 AGM Albert Bowls Club Gympie na Saturday 9 th February 2019 IF YOU HAVE AN INTERESTING ARTICLE TO SHARE IN THE NEWSLETTER PLEASE CONTACT THE EDITOR Disclaimer: While the Editor endeavours to ensure the reliability of this newsletter, neither the Editor nor the Maroochydore Orchid Society Inc. can assume any responsibility for the information or advice given to readers of The Observer.

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P.O. Box 382, Maroochydore

Maroochydore Orchid Society Inc. presents, The Observer P.O. Box 382, Maroochydore 4558 www.maroochydoreorchidsociety.com.au Next meeting March 6, 2018 Patroness - Rosan Natoli President - Duncan McMartin