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Terrerium

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Hi i want to start an terrerium. 260*180*60. I would like to put orchids in. the problem i have is the amount of light, required by the different spieces. The higher, the more light available, and so on. The Question i have is, could anyone advise me in the different spieces that are available, for these different light spectrums Thanks in advance.

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Hi i want to start an terrerium. 260*180*60. I would like to put orchids in. the problem i have is the amount of light, required by the different spieces. The higher, the more light available, and so on. The Question i have is, could anyone advise me in the different spieces that are available, for these different light spectrums Thanks in advance.

        Hello, Stuart!         A lot of this depends upon what you enjoy growing. For example, you will need to know if you are going to grow cool, intermediate, or warm-growing orchids. It will also depend upon your size constraints, as you will not wish to grow very tall species in what I assume is a 60-cm (~2 foot) tall orchidarium.         I would recommend the following. If you currently do not have many orchids, look through catalogs- even the ones on-line will give you a good idea as to the temperatures and amount of light each species enjoys. If not, perhaps you can say, "You know, I have always wanted a collection of pleurothallids. Or draculas. Or lepanthes. Or rupiculous laelias." From there, it is a short leap to find out how much light each group requires, and make arrangements accordingly.         As a general recommendation, the genus Pleurothallis offers a great diversity of species with minimal space requirements. Most grow readily, and are ideal for an orchidarium or Wardian case.         If you are speaking of a true terrarium, with terrestrial orchids with roots in dirt, that is another kettle of fish entirely.         Tell us your dreams! Your aspirations! I know how folks in the Netherlands are about their plants. Surely we can help you establish a fine collection of plants.         -AJHicks         Chandler, AZ

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