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screen porch or outside?

12 years ago

Hubby and I added a screen porch to the southeast corner of our house. Last year I put all my orchids except phals outside on wire shelves on the patio, same exposure except more overhanging trees. Right now I have those wire shelves on the new porch and the orchids are right next to the screen. I'm wondering if this is the best summer spot for them. On the one hand, they won't get exposed to as many bugs, worms, etc. On the other, they probably aren't getting quite as much light since the screen gives filtered light. The orchids are all busy putting out new growths. Any opinions?

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