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CityViewNC.com | 21 per year for two to six weeks weeks and need sun and warm temperatures of 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit. Perfect for a sunny windowsill in the South! Phalaenopsis (FAY-LEN-OP-SIS) e most commonly recommended species for the beginning grower, its individual blooms may last up to six weeks and can continuously bloom for as long as several months, begin- ning in winter and early spring. While it requires frequent watering, it is an ideal "houseplant" because it craves an abundance of indirect sunlight. It is also known as the Moth Orchid, as it resembles a moth in flight. Dendrobium (DEN-DRO-BEE-UM) Found in a wider range of tem- peratures, orchids of the Dendrobium genus can be found at high altitudes, in tropical rainforest floors and in deserts. ey prefer temperatures be- tween 50 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit and plenty of indirect light. No stranger to the genus, the Amer- ican Orchid Society recently awarded a cutting of Keith's Antelope Dend- robium a Highly Commended Cer- tificate. As such, the plant's owner gave Keith the opportunity to name the cultivar and have it officially reg- istered. Fondly, Keith chose Dendro- bium leporinum 'Kris' aer his wife. It's a favorite of the Sandhills Orchid Society, and was in bloom and on dis- play at January's meeting. Cape Fear Crematory, Inc. More cost effective than traditional burial We offer private family viewings Affordable direct cremation Services available 24 hours Family owned and operated for over 30 years 6765 Sandy Creek Road | Stedman, NC 28391 | 910.323.8898 | www.capefearcrematory.com "Where compassion and care run the business" Sandhills Orchid Society Keith's unofficial fourth tip for suc- cessful orchid growing is to become involved with the organization of which he is a board member and has been active for the past 20 years. Once each month, Keith and fel- low orchidists of the region gather at MacPherson Presbyterian Church to reconnect and learn more about their hobby. If a member has a plant in bloom, they are encouraged to bring it to the meeting and with more than 50 ac- tive members… the blooms make for breathtaking show tables. A jovial and undoubtedly patient bunch, members are eager to share Most people are timid about this plant because they require a certain care and knowledge. Keith breaks it down for the customer and eliminates that fear, which gives them the confidence to own one.

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