Orchids: Cool October Orchids, 1 by dyzzypyxxy

dyzzypyxxy wrote:
So, our local Master Gardener plant sale was today, and I think I have scored a great bargain, but I'm not sure. Got this big (relative to my others) Brassavola for $12, all it says on it is 'white flowers'. So I'm hoping it is another 'Lady of the Night'.

It is trapped in a cute little metal basket with a bit of orchid bark in the bottom, and climbing out of it. The leaves are much smaller than the other Brassavolas I have. So, is it starving? I've seen pictures of these in larger clumps so it probably doesn't have to be divided, or removed from the basket (don't know how I'd do that except to destroy the basket).

Suggestions, advice please? Elaine