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Publication date 1999 topics orchid culture, orchids. Mcdonald, elvin and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Because of the velamen, orchids need infrequent watering and ample air in their potting medium. I also found the tips on mounting an orchid to a cork raft very helpful.
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