How to use a Light Meter 1330B

The Light Meter 1330B (or Nicety Lightmeter LM802) is an inexpensive, but reliable light meter for the hobby or professional orchid grower. It can also be used for any other plant, to germinate seeds, in nuseries or whereever a light measurement is needed. It can be used to measure light levels outdoors, in the greenhouse or under fluorescent and high pressure lamps. It can measure the light intensity either in lux or in footcandle.
This photo guide will show you how to use the light meter...

New: Orchid Shop

I have tracked down the manufacturers of some of the tools and supplies I use for my orchids. Initially I offer several digital meters to measure the light level, water quality and the temperature and humidity. Since I buy them directly from the manufacturer I can offer them for a very low price. Visit my orchid shop to check it out! I'm working on bringing you pots and potting media next.

New: Moisture Meter for Orchids

Orchids are very sensitive to the right watering rhythm. Some need constant moisture, others need to dry out between waterings. But how can you tell the moisture in your potting media? This new tool, the MOMET ™ from Jermic LLC, will help you determine the moisture content and the right time to water your orchids.

More info on the MOMET...

Hwra 'Lava Burst'

This is another frequent

bloomer in my collection.
I bought the plant from a local gardencenter in July and it bloomed until the end of August. To my big surprise it started growing a new spike in December and it bloomed in early January and then again in May. I'm currently looking for a good partner to cross it with. Perhaps an oncidium?
more...