AWESOME! Glad to see you doing another video brother! That cattleya will take off now! 😊 Thanks again for the shout out! I appreciate it so much! So many came over to may channel and it was wonderful! I have had some great conversations with a few already! Some are learning my southern talk but its funny cause I don't feel like I have an accent. Sorry about you loosing Angus. I lost both my pups the end of last summer a couple months apart. Midge was 18 and DD was 19. Just heart breaking. 😢 I keep telling my husband I need another dog. Love the peaceful backyard brother! Hope you have a wonderful week! 🤗🩷🌹

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......I hope many more will follow your channel and see your huge collection.....you have so much information to help others with......

@hillbillyorchids

4 ай бұрын

@rickl.orchids Hey hon and big thing is I enjoy helping others! I have had many nice people come back and say I did it with your help. Makes me feel good. 😁 it's enjoyment for both involved. Have a great evening brother.

@fishyplantman5254

4 ай бұрын

@@hillbillyorchids I'm just glad you did what you could. I'm so happy Rick is posting again. I'm gonna give you two subscriptions even though I don't normally subscribe to other channels with this one.

@hillbillyorchids

4 ай бұрын

@fishyplantman5254 Aww I appreciate that so much! That means alot to me. Rick got me growing like I did. I owe my whole collection to him. So that's why I had to be there for him, even if he couldn't message me back, I understood. I just wanted him to know I was over here thinking about him and sending him prayer's, good vibes, healing thoughts of the universe. 😁 I knew he needed it. I'm glad it helped him and brought him back to us. It has made my year! 😂😂 again, thanks so very much!

@shirleywilhelm1495

3 ай бұрын

The orchid I have is growing in Pon small lava rock, perlite no drainage, there's a reservoir to keep filled. I look forward to seeing your videos !

Thank you, Rick! I’m so happy that you are back. I trust your methods of growing and appreciate your guidance. I’m thankful that your and Jan’s health is so much better. Overall, I love your channel.

@rickl.orchids

19 күн бұрын

thank you Hanna.....it means alot.

Rick! I have an orchid channel!! 🎉🎉 I got so happy when I saw you’re were coming back. I’ve prayed for you and Jan b/c I felt that you are a genuine good soul and always put such helpful solid information out there for us. Thank you for that. When you were gone I watch most of your videos. I’m a teacher and YOU are such a natural teacher that I never get tired of listening. 😊 thank you!!

@NinjaOrchids

4 ай бұрын

👋🏼😍 its like a Reunion!! Woohoo!!

@Melissa-loves-orchids

4 ай бұрын

Hi Nina!!!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......Melissa....thank you......your channel is wonderful....and your collection is a testiment to good care......I look forward to catching up on your videos.....

My son lives close to the foot hills in NC. God knows what other critters live out there. 😂 I know we have bears. My brother's dog was malled by a bear a few years ago in the Southeast on our farm. Today, Green Genie is looking good. The peudobulbs were really swiveled from the dry ride here. They have plumped up, looking better that yesterday. So i know the root system is working. No new roots showing yet, but im happy just seeing the bulbs plump up. Ok, thanks a bunch.. I'm talking too much. Have a great weekend ☺️!

So, I potted up my Corona Green Genie Cattleya in lava rock, charcoal and pebbles. Im excited to see it grow and bloom. Im a confessed copycat. I copied your method. Lava on the bottom. I put my pebbles and charcoal on top. Genie is in one of those octogonal wood baskets. Thank you, Mr. Rick. Again, glad you are back and doing well...and Jan. Hogie is the cutest. My son has an old dog, 15 years old. He had what my daughter called a "senior moment", and got lost. He was found down the street. Safe.

@rickl.orchids

3 күн бұрын

.......Thank you my friend....Im sure it will do well for you.......Good filtered light, Calmag and a good soak in nutrients is all they need......Im so glad they found your sons dog....we have coyotes here and they will grab any stray they find......please let me know how it does for you.......have a great weekend.

I am so happy and thankful you are back Rick.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......thank you!

Hi Rick, very happy to watch this video. I am using lava rock and river stone too. They are my favourite medium. You Said it right, with inerts we have Control and it's clean, no need to worry about acidity. I remember Angus, so sorry you lost him. I also lost my two german shepherds but the house looked só empty without them that I had to get a new one. So, now I have a naughty puppy, also a german shepherd, Íris. She is 8 months now. Take care, Rick 🥰🥰

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......Ive said it so many times before.......a good grower can grow orchids in just about any type of media......thank you so much my dear friend!.....I love that you have pups in your life again......

I do have an orchid channel.....but...You!!!!....you are BACK!!!!❤ I saw your channel name on my feed and l nearly burst into tears!!! Thank you Lord! You are both doing well!!! Such an inspiration!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......Shoshana...you have some great videos for me to catch up on.....keep up the wonderful work....your channel will help so many other growers.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....your too kind my new friend!.....keep up the great work

Dear man 🫂 I was moved to tears by the sound of your footsteps 🤷🏼‍♀️ your Dachsi and faithful helper news nearly did it, but it was your footsteps 🥹 I’m gonna keep on thanking God for you, He needs you down here !!! 🙏✝️

@NinjaOrchids

4 ай бұрын

Isn't it amazing!! I am so glad to see him back ... moved to happy tears as well 🫠

@gayefanner731

4 ай бұрын

🥰

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......such kind loving words......cant thank you enough!

@gayefanner731

4 ай бұрын

Thank YOU 🫂

WHAT? Oh, today's gonna be an amazing day! Rick L. Is back in town!! Hell yeah! You have no idea how happy seeing this video, makes me! Rick! You have been so missed.in the orchid community. I discovered you about 8 months ago, and have binged all of your videos several times, wishing you would come back. Through your tutelage, I have managed to keep a sizable collection alive! Thank you so much! The orchid hobby has really improved my life. So glad to see you back here on you tube and so glad you're feeling well enough to do it again.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

........I love hearing how orchids have impacted someone's life.......such beautiful plants......Thank you for the kind words.

@anndriggers6660

4 ай бұрын

@@rickl.orchids YOU have improved my life. It's amazing how much orchids have improved my day to day, and you have taught me everything I know! (admitting I've watched your videos so many times, over and over again, is embarrassing) I'm so grateful to you.

So lovely to see you again, sending you and Jan loads of love. Much love Ju xxx

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Ju......much love back!

Thank you for introducing me to growing in rock and pebbles. I have not used lava rock before,but im going to repot my Dendrobium in a lava rock mixed with pebbles. Its in pebbles right now. Been growing in it for 2 years. It was a free scrap. Not bloomed yet but it has 3 big canes. 🤞

@rickl.orchids

Ай бұрын

.......thank you for the wonderful feedback......I love to hear about others success.......

Such a treat to watch this video after a busy day. Thank you for that! I just love how the green leaves contrast with the browns of the lava rock and the pot. 😍🪴May all who are struggling receive love, healing, peace and strength. 🙏💐❤️

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....such wonderful sentiments for all........thank you

Enjoy ed the video as usual glad to hear your voice God bless❤👍

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

........many blessings back......thank you

What a treat to open KZread and find another video from you! Thank God you're doing so well, and I pray you continue to improve! I've been following Margaret for years and she has faced this challenge head on with a bravery that amazes me. I pray for her healthy return as well. xxo

@NinjaOrchids

4 ай бұрын

😍👋🏼

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......what a wonderful kind soul she is......prayers can heal.....Jan and I both are proof of that

I remember Angus eating that fig off your tree, Rick. That was a first for me, stuck in my memory, lols.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......such a wonderful memory to share......thank you so much my friend!

Hey Rick 🤗🤗🤗!!! I just done mowing the property and I almost dropped my phone when I saw I got a notification from Rick L. My husband thought something bad happened to me lol😂. It is so wonderful to see you upload a new video, and of course to see you in KZread. I learned so much from you. Thank you so much for sharing a new video, you made my day. I’m not tired no more… LOL Please extend my warmest regards to Jane ❤… stay safe and healthy y’all.

@donnamorris3407

4 ай бұрын

I'm delighted to see you're back. Life is good!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......I sure will pass it on.......many thanks my friend!

@beanoto2879

Ай бұрын

So good to see you again Rick!!! What size lava rock and river rock do you use?

@rickl.orchids

Ай бұрын

@@beanoto2879 .......Thank you so much.....I prefer pieces of lava around the size of a pecan nut......I use larger and smaller too.......River rock the same or smaller.......an orchid with smaller finer roots like an oncidium.....I will use smaller stone.......large root orchids such as a cattleya ......larger rock or lava.....

Seeing and hearing you Rick is just wonderful!! Margaret is wonderful. I know your kind words and thoughts will mean a lot to her and to Keith. They are very special and lovely people. So glad to hear Jan is doing well. Please send my best to her. Thank you and hope to see you again real soon. It’s been a fabulous treat!

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

very kind of you Lisa......thank you

Really enjoyed watching this video this morning. I am so happy that I discovered that you were back on KZread with your orchid videos. It was always a pleasure to share my interest in ordhids with you.

@rickl.orchids

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I'm a bit late commenting on your long awaited video Rick. I've been a little upset as my best friend passed away......although it was expected with throat cancer. Anyhow Rick it's so nice to hear your strong voice again and to see you haven't changed your opinion on lava rock. Over here we don't get the weather you have in Alabama and if the temperture reaches 75f it's considered to be a heatwave!!!. I'm going to try and find some red lava rock and I'll give my Cattleyas a treat and hope for the best......I'll blame you if it doesn't work!!!!!! Take care both of you....take care...keep wel Ed.

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

so very sorry to hear Ed......are thoughts are with you......I believe with your experience......you could grow in any media......

I’m so glad you’re back and making new videos!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......its great to be back......thank you.

Nice to see you again Rick and thank you for spending more time with us orchids growers. You’re inspiring

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

Thank you kindly

I used to be called Ephy's Orchids and Cats. I went through some health issues of my own, and lost quite a few of my orchids and houseplants. I only have 10 orchids left and haven't made a video in a long time. I still love to watch videos though! I'm so glad you're back!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......so sorry to hear of your struggles......but so glad your still here and still growing.....

I’m so glad you’re back Rik….Actually overjoyed!! You sound really good. Looking forward to your informative videos 💕. Thank you!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......get stronger everyday.......thank you

So happy for you to be back!

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

.....very kind thank you!

Hey good morning great to see your back doing videos. Have a great day😊😊😊

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

Good morning!........thank you.

❤😊Rick L., it is such a wonderful blessing to hear your voice and to see your hands work with orchids again! I'll be praying for Margaret and her husband in the U.K GOD BLESS YOU and JAN..🙏🙏

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

thank you ......and thank you for Margarets prayers......I'm proof of prayers healing ability....

Great to see you back and sound really good.

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for listening

When I saw on Ninja orchids that you were back . I was so happy.🎉🎉 .

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......very kind.......what a great channel Ninja orchids has.....such great information!

Thank you Rick, I think we all had to deal with so many sickness issues but glad you are doing good

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

........your correct.....everyone has thier struggles.......kindness and support goes along way.......thank you

Thank you so much. You are truly an inspiration..in more ways than you know. Thank you.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....such kind words.....thank you so much.

Awesome, back to back videos!! Go Mr. Rick!

@NinjaOrchids

4 ай бұрын

🙌🏼🤸🏼‍♀🥰 I am so happy as well!!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......too kind thank you

So nice to hear from you again. Thanks for videos. The cal/mag. has helped my orchids so much. God bless!! Sending you love, wisdom and happiness.

@rickl.orchids

2 ай бұрын

thank you so very much.......wonderful to hear of your success

Welcome Back Rick 🙏💗

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......thank you very much!

Hi Rick, so happy to see you back. I have tried potting in lava rock, was very please with the results. 🎉🎉

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

thanks Barbara......there is a small learning curve.....but they do wonderful in these medias...

Paula has been such a blessing as my friend. Also Margaret… I was shocked when I heard that but she is such a strong person. I haven’t been watching videos lately since I have been so busy but always trying to watch all of theirs and your videos. Thank you for sharing.

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

......wonderful to see you here......thank you.......Paula has been a big inspiration to me.....and a dear friend as well........Margaret and Keith are dear people......we are praying for her recovery......

So lovely to have you back, missed your dulcet tones. Your garden sounds beautiful ☺️ Sending hugs from UK

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......thank you.....hugs from Alabama...

@illBillies

4 ай бұрын

Morning Rick, I’ve never been successful with Cattleya but after seeing your video I bought cattleya white bridal ‘yuki’ yesterday from an orchid show that needs potting up. For root reasons I normally use clear pots but wonder what your views are for clay pots ? Doesn’t the roots secure themselves to the clay making it difficult to repot at a later date ? Hugs

So comforting to hear your voice again with your tutorials on repots, etc. You always make repots seem so easy and effortless. I grow mostly in LECA but also use lava rock for some orchids. I aspire to be at least half as good as you when growing orchids. My orchids are all inside right now (I live in Pennsylvania) and l long for the day when I can move them outside for the Summer! Thanks and as always I wish you good health! 💜

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......very kind Barbara......cant wait to put mine outside in a month or so.

Hi Rick! I have an orchid channel! You have been a great mentor. I've been using rocks for media for over 4 years now. As per your advise. It works great. I really enjoy and refer back to your videos on fertilizer and calmag, magnesium, ppm, etc. could you please do more asap. 😊 Your the Best!

@NinjaOrchids

4 ай бұрын

👋🏼 I am subbed to you and was wondering when you would post again! hope you are doing well!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

........we will always talk about nutrition.... especially calcium importance......Thank you so much

@NinjaOrchids

4 ай бұрын

@@rickl.orchids hehehe last 3 days calcium nitrate was the focus on the patio. 🥳

So happy to see this video Mr. Rick. Best to you and your dear wife!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......thank you so much.

I have never grown in river rock or lava rock but I am going to give it a try. I live in New Hampshire so it's a totally different climate so we'll see what happens. ❤🤞🌹

@NinjaOrchids

4 ай бұрын

Its the bees knees and I am sure you won't regret it! 👍🏼

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......its very easy to use.......very forgiving....and gives you alot of control.......no matter the climate or location........thanks for watching

I am so happy to see you back making great videos again. I wish you all the bests in these coming years.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

very kind.....thank you!

Hi Rick! Wonderful to see a video up so soon! 🎉. I started growing orchids three years ago and started learning from you. I was heart broken to hear you weren’t well and had to give up your plant collections. But you’re back and we are all here to learn once again. You take care and take it easy too…..

@NinjaOrchids

4 ай бұрын

😍👋🏼 woohoo!!

@bebe9052

4 ай бұрын

@@NinjaOrchids And then I turned to Nina……

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

So nice of you

I appreciate you sharing your knowledge.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....thank you Tess!

So happy to hear you are both doing well and that Jan is cancer free. I love your channel and your comments about other orchid channels. Some I just dismiss straight away but a few others, like yours, just seem to resonate so I stick with them and don't look at any more lol. After following what you guys do my phals and dendrobiums are doing the best ever. So huge thanks. You're just so down-to-earth (or scoria) lol

@rickl.orchids

2 ай бұрын

.....thats so very kind......and makes me so happy to hear of your orchids doing so well.......

Thanks for the video. So glad Roger suggested your channel.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......that was kind of Roger to recommend my channel.....he was one of the first really good channels that I found early on......he has lots of knowledge to pass on.

Thanks for another great video, Rick. I'm glad Jan is doing well and that your stag has a lovely new home where many can appreciate and enjoy its beauty. Hearing about the scientific research will be very interesting. I've always appreciated your thought provoking videos, whether backed your experience, logic, science, or all three. I can't wait to hear more.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

........thank you so very much!

Glad to see your back and doing much better. I am looking forward to more of your teaching videos. 😊

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....thanks Cathy......

Good morning Rick. We had a Dachshund when i was in highschool. He lived to 18 years. In the northwest in my sunny window i split most of my Cattelya 50% lava rock,20 percent coco husk chunks,10 % large charcoal and 10% jumbo pearlite... the mix changes based on the orchid and me trying to get as many orchids to need watering at the same time. All in red clay pots. Most are vented. I use Peters Excel Cal Mag Special with Black Iron along with some supplements. Glad your back. God Bless

@NinjaOrchids

4 ай бұрын

😍👋🏼

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......Richard.....thank you......18yrs.....wow I hope we get that with Hoagie......I love to hear of other growers and thier experience with growing in these medias........a cup of coffee with you would be a great afternoon talking growing....blessings back my friend

Thank you so much! I do have a channel too. I grow orchids for about 20 years now, but never had as much as I have currently, and I do grow them in semi hydroponic for the last 6 years. I use pumice and pebbles as a top layer. I love working with inorganic media too. I hope you and Jan have a wonderful weekend. ❤

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......EJ......what a inspirational collection you have.......to me the large specimen plants are the best.......cant wait to sit down and look over your collection and watch more of your videos......

Look at Hogie. Hes gorgeous!!!! So very sorry about Angus. Heartbreaking to lose either of them.

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

.....we miss him......but already thinking about another large breed pup....they are great family members

Hi Rick L. I have been watching your channel for about 2 years now. Lynn Brooks turned me on to you. Firstly, it is nice hearing your voice, being an American living in Perth Western Australia ( for that last 11 years)....you sound like my Dad, accent wise. That is comforting. Secondly, I have learned alot about growing orchids from your channel and wanted to Thank you. So, thank you. Welcome back to KZread. Looking forward to learning more from your channel. I have a channel if you are interested. Kind regards. julie

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

........thank you Julie.....look forward to checking out your channel.....I love Australia......My great great great uncle was Peter Lalor......of the rebellion

Rick Wow!!!!! I never comment, but I just had to say how happy I am to see you're back at it. I watched from when you started, every video at least once. I find myself going back to your old videos quite often, especially your nutrient videos. I am an old guy that started the orchid addiction about the same time as you. Fellow orchid lovers ask me how I can grow such beautiful plants and do it so quickly. I tell them, "If you are really interested watch Rick L Orchid." Thanks Buddy. I couldn't haven't done it without you. I am in Central Florida with approx. 220+ beautiful plants because of you.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

........I love hearing that........220+....that sounds wonderful.....your too kind....thank you

Love your dachshund. Sorry for the loss of your other dog 😢.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

thank you.......we miss him....but remember the wonderful time we had with him.

You introduced me to lava rock..now I’m not afraid to experiment. Thank you

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......we will talk more about growing in stone, lava, etc down the road......its very easy media to use.

This made my day! Wonderful to have you back 🙏🌻

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....happy to be back.....thank you.

So glad you're back

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....thank you so much.

I had a bad grow room for two years, no light at all, until I moved myself into the old grow room and my orchids in the living room, which also functions as my work space. I have plants that hadn't flowered since i got them five years ago and are in spike now (and boy what spikes they have 😁 I still grow intuitive and do a lot by touching the plants, if it feels wrong it's usually wrong. Main reason is the fact that my grow room is like no other. Good to have you back Rick

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......I love that...."if it feels wrong it's usually wrong"....wish we were closer....hanging out....talking growing would make for a great day

@YnseSchaap

3 ай бұрын

@@rickl.orchids If I ever get to the States Alabama is on the list (together with Virginia and Florida) 😁

I think we all have Margaret in our minds but I found that whenever a channel goes silent we too easily forget and go on with everyday stuff we're used to do. We lost a lot of channels over the years and no one talks about it. It's strange but also very human

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......so right my friend.....she was one that really stuck out with her kindness and gentle ways.....she also came off as a tough lady too......I just want her to get better and get this stuff behind her.

@YnseSchaap

3 ай бұрын

@@rickl.orchids Well she did an update and although she sounded fragile her spirit shone through, Keith deserves a lot praise he's doing a lot (more then we will know)

I am sooo overjoyed you are back. When I found your channel, I spent a couple days just watching all of your videos. I have learned so much from you. Again, I am so glad you are making videos again and look forward to the next one.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....thanks Robin.......means alot!

Another great video! Thanks Rick. If you have a Trader Joe's store near you it might be worth stopping by there. I found what looks like a phal Schilleriana hybrid for $10 and it is doing great with great fragrance, also found a phal with the variegated foliage. Your orchid looks so happy to be in it's new pot!

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

.......thank you.......I have found several mottled leaved phals at Trader joes in the past........I sure will keep looking .....thanks Grannyfanny!........

Hey Rick! So glad you and Jan are doing well. Thanks for the video on potting with Iava rock. I have stuck using bark and perlite with having to keep it light due to weakness from stroke. Prayers my friend!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......sorry to hear of your struggles......will keep you in our thoughts and prayers also......you have to grow with what works best for your situation....lots of media works just as well.....keep growing.......god bless.

This is great All your knowledge is going to be out there again. 🎉

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

........thank you very much!

Nice repot. You get the hang of filming again in no time. I'm sure of it. And to hear your voice again sharing your knowledge put a big smile on my face. .Hope you and your wife are doing fine and hope you have a lovely weekend. Cheers!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......feeling a bit rusty....awkward in front of the camera.....cheers my friend

So wonderful to see that you are back, Rick. Thought of you and Jan so many times😊

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

thanks Kayte......means a lot.

Thank you 🙏🏼 So glad to hear you're voice again 🥳

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

You are so welcome

Oh my! Really miss your videos! Hope all is well with you and the family !

@gayefanner731

4 ай бұрын

Missed, past tense! Praise God 🙏✝️

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

thank you.....we are doing well.

It’s so great to see you back!!! You were missed.As a beginner I learned so much from you.Looking forward to more videos.❤

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Glad to see you back Rick

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......thank you Tom!

Great video

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

thanks for watching.....

Hi Rick, I am fairly new to growing orchids and love KZread for finding great help and advice. I came across your channel a while back and have been checking out your older videos. Imagine my surprise when you started posting again. I'm so happy that you and Jan are doing well. Your strength and resilience are amazing, and you are both so inspiring! Now, I'm seeing comments from SO MANY of my favorite orchid channels! (I love you Nina❤ @NinjaOrchids 🥷). I see Paula buying orchids from Yoshi all the time. I'm so jealous of her collection, and I have started subscribing to her channel also. It warms my heart that the orchid community is such a helpful and loving bunch. I have found my happy place.😊 Thanks to you and everyone else who shares their love and knowledge of orchids! Sherrii🪷

@rickl.orchids

2 ай бұрын

.....oh Sherrii.....I loved your sentiments so much.......the best growers hang out here......

Great to hear your voice.Luv the video.I’am trying this method right now myself.I just add some charcoal.😊

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....thank you......charcoal is a great edition.

Welcome back Rick

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

thank you Kathleen!

SOOOO good to see a video posted and hear your voice. Glad you’re spending time with us. And Hoagie is adorable. Love the puppies!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......wow Morgan.....how wonderful to see your words.....hope you are doing well my friend......thank you

Glad to see a video from you. Learned a lot from your channel.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....thank you

Your dog is a cutie , but sorry about Angus . So glad you are back Rick !

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....thank you.......we never forget the ones we loose......but remember the wonderful times they gave us.

I'm so happy to see you back and enjoying the orchid life! I started watching your fertilizer videos about 6 months ago and I cannot tell you how helpful they are. I am going to experiment with lava rocks, it makes so much sense. I'm in Illinois so we're just starting to see spring, perfect timing for this. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, ever grateful! 🙌

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....so sweet.....thank you so very much......I lived in peoria for a time years ago.....also Galesburg.....good times .....some great people.

Yay!! Enjoyed your video!

@rickl.orchids

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Youre videos are such a breath of fresh air Rick. And I love the birds singing in the background. Still too cold up here in WI for the birds to be that happy yet.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......spring is coming....thank you for the kind words.!

Looks great hope she’d be happy for you. Yes my husband had cancer kidney cancer and lung cancer but in a mission at the moment just takes every day goes by he’s in his 70s doing okay. Fingers crossed. Hope your wife is okay too

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....thank you so much.......will keep prayers for his continued good health.....

I had not heard about Margaret. I’ll definitely go to her channel.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....thank you so much.....support and little bit of love can mean so much to those struggling!

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......so much love........wonderful

Hi Rick, I came across Paula’s channel (Hillbilly Orchids) when she post a card you and Jen card sent her and yes she replied to comments including mine 😊, since then I’m her subscriber 👍🏼

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......wonderful to hear.......she is such a kind caring person.......thanks for supporting her.

Good to see you back bro

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......thanks for watching.....

🤗

In your capable hands that orchid has no idea how it will grow, grow, grow! Once I hear you say ‘calcium’ again I’ll know all is well with the world. So glad to see you getting your hands dirty (er… rocky) again, Rick.

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

.......thank you my friend......we are getting ready to talk nutrients very soon.

😮You are back!!! I've missed your videos ❤

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

thank you......happy to be back

Awesome video. So glad you're back doing videos.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

........thanks Mary

Hi Rick, Hope you are doing well and happy to see another upload from you. I have watched a lot of your videos and didn't see many Paphs or Phrags in your old collection. Wondering if you have tried growing those? So excited you are uploading again.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

....Logan.....yes I have grown some....not many ...but a few.....if you look back in my older videos you will see them.....Thank you

So glad to see this new video, to hear you sound so well, and to hear that you’re growing orchids again! Rick, have you grown oncidiums in lava rock or other inorganic media? I wonder if their thin roots would get too dry in it? I might give it a try if you have advice on how it worked. 😄

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......they love the lava rock and other stone I grew them in....look back at my older videos....they bloomed so well and were getting huge........thank you for the question.

Thanks for your uploads man, it’s really helpful for people entering the hobby

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

thank you.......when I started growing...I struggled looking for good growing information.......hope I can help answer a few questions

Hi Rick, I'm still praying for you and Jan. I grow most of my 30 orchids in lava rock in clay pots from watching your video's many years ago. I'm growing in a SE facing window with LED lights year round and most of the orchids are doing great. Paula is a wonderful friend. Please everyone subscribe to her channel.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......Jean...thank you.....and thank you for supporting Paula......she is a dear friend as well.

Lovely to c u on u tube again God keep your family and u well

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.......thank you ....blessings to you

My favorite orchid channel is back!

@rickl.orchids

2 ай бұрын

.......such kind words.....thank you.

@lkasdlf

2 ай бұрын

@@rickl.orchids The knowledge I've learned from you is unmatched, but more than anything I love your spirit.

Hi Rick, It's good to see you are doing what you love! ❤ I enjoyed listening to you talk and watching your video. I can't wait to see you increase your orchids collection again.

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much

That's why I couldn't figure out why it didn't show that i've watched this. Anyway, I am sorry about your dog. He was a good one. The little one still looks good, though. I've lost all of my phalanopsis. I do have one again, but the Thanksgiving Cactus are getting the best value right now for the channel and are currently in bloom.

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

......thank you my friend......you still have the fish tanks i hope.

@fishyplantman5254

4 ай бұрын

@rickl.orchids Yes, but I had to go without power for a bit, and they crashed. I'm trying to be patient and wait for life to get easier before I restock. The cycle is still going without the fish. So between that and the Marine aquarium salt, the plants are happy. Life has been kicking me a little bit, but it's okay. It's been harder, and I came out just fine. I'll do it again.

Welcome back! Wonderful to see you!

@rickl.orchids

4 ай бұрын

.....very sweet ....thank you

Wow Rick it is a blessing to seen you doing what’s you like to do my prayers for you for God to keep you safe and healthy for many many more years ❤blessings

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

......such kind words.....thank you for the blessings

Hi Hogie! My son's dog is about 15 years old.

@rickl.orchids

Ай бұрын

......thats a very well cared for doggy........thanks for sharing....15yrs...wow.....

Hi Rick! So sorry to hear you lost your furry family member! I am sure he had a great life with you and Jan. The little guy looks so sweet. It is so kind of you to think of Margaret. She and Keith have had a rough time recently with her Chemo treatments. They are strong and amazing people like yourselves. I was so glad to see that she posted a video recently. I look forward to seeing the progress on your cattleya. It probably won’t be too long before you will have her in bloom! Take care of yourselves!! 😊

@rickl.orchids

3 ай бұрын

...Thank you for the kind words....we are praying for Margaret and Kieth.......she is such a kind soul.....she is in good hands....