Gawler Districts Orchid Club Inc.

REVIEW
March 2024
Post Print Approved 100002180

Orchid of the Night: Paph. Mount Toro “Arabella”

Grown By: Graeme & Maureen Hazledine
 Gawler Districts Orchid Club Executive Positions

Patron Dr. Bruce Eastick

President Trevor Lehmann (0418 231 794)
Secretary Robert Albrecht (0419 847 724)
Treasurer Debbie Turk
Past President Gloria Chester (8280 7940)
Show Marshall Peter Aigner-Muehler (0422 483 567)
Life Members: 1991 John & Lyn Howard
Denotes Deceased Member 1994 John & Liz Pohl
1994 Roger & Pauline Rankin
1997 Stan Isaacson
1998 Gordon  & Margaret Hewitt
2003 Ross & Freda Woolford
2005 Allan & Doreen Garner
2005 David & Pat Harmer
2016 Dennis Greenwood
2017 Brian & Mary Heddle
2017 Murray & Margaret Page
2017 Steve Howard
2018 Jim & Evelyn Cuming
2018 Graham & Sue Zerbe
2022 Robert Pfitzner
2023 Peter Aigner-Muehler
2023 Graeme Hazledine
2024 Maureen Hazledine

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 Club Correspondence to:
PO Box 32 GAWLER, S.A. 5118
Email: gawlerorchids@gmail.com
Phone enquiries to
President Ph. 0418 231 794
Secretary Ph. 0419 847 724
Editor Ph. 8254 4253

CONTENTS
Committee and member news………………………….….....…….03-09
February Monthly Meeting results ……….……………………..…10-11
Culture notes, ads, programme & other clubs………………..….....12-16

Copyright: All contributions to this review, which have acknowledged authors,

including photos, are covered by copyright. Consent for use of this material elsewhere
must be obtained from the Secretary. The Club accepts no responsibility for transactions
between advertisers and readers for the material content of advertisements and the views
expressed by authors. Kyle Howard – Editor. Flower of the month and monthly winner
digital images by Alan Jabs

President’s Report Our 2024 AGM was well attended with 37

members participating. The highlight of the evening was the presentation
of Life Membership to Maureen Hazeldine, a truly deserving member.
For those who may have missed the Citation, please refer to p5 of our
February Review. After the Business of the AGM was completed, a short
break was had before our February Club Meeting. As mentioned, 37
members attended and we were pleased to welcome another new
member, Fran Kernich and we hope she has a long and enjoyable
association with our Club. We also had 2 visitors, Frank & Doxie Prinz.
We hope to see them at future meetings. You are most welcome. Plant
numbers a little down, but 28 in total were benched: 4 in second division,
18 in first and 6 in open division. As Guest Speakers Steve Howard and I
gave a simplistic version of various types of mounts for orchids, whether
it be cork, PVC plastic pipe, PVC black gutter guard, or the more natural

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hardwoods, e.g. native hardwood, old fence palings, or old bottle brush
branches. Congratulations to all Division winners, and a spectacular Plant
of The Night by the Hazeldines. It was an exceptional plant of Paph
Mount Toro "Arabella" – the image will make a great cover for the next
Review. Another highlight was another Plant Award to Steve Howard.
He was handed 2 Certificate Awards for the plant Saccolabiopsis armitii,
HCC and Cultural award. Keep this up Steve and you'll need to build on
an Annex to hold all the Awards!!!! But seriously, well done and I hope
that in further reports, I can congratulate another member for their efforts.
I look forward to our next Club Meeting on March 14th, where our guest
speaker will be John Harris, with the subject "Asia Pacific Orchid
Conference".
- Trevor Lehmann, Club President.

Birthday Draw; January: Margaret Hall, February: Trevor Lehmann

Lucky Name Badge: Rob Hall

Membership Fees for 2024 are now due: It would be appreciated

if members could renew their membership as soon as possible.
Payment can be made to the Treasurer at monthly meetings, posted
to P.O box 32 Gawler 5118 or paid directly into the Club’s bank
account: BankSA Gawler BSB 105-009. Account Number 065 534
140. If depositing via bank, please add your full name with ‘Sub’ at
the end. Alternatively, Post the completed form with a cheque
payable to Gawler Districts Orchid Club Inc. PO Box 32 Gawler
SA 5118
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
Committee & Executive Positions for 2024:
The following members were elected to committee and executive
positions at the Annual general Meeting. We wish them well as they lead
our club.
President: Trevor Lehmann
2X Vice Presidents Peter Aigner-Muehler (Senior VP) & Robert
Pfitzner (Junior VP)
Secretary: Robert Albrecht
Treasurer: Debbie Turk
Committee Members: (2 year term) Rosemary Phillips, Lorelie Larsson
Continuing committee members: John Cox, Craig Humfrey, Marilyn
Aigner-Muehler
Immediate Past President: Gloria Chester
Dr Bruce Eastick was appointed as Club Patron
Mr John Seidel was elected as Club Auditor

February Meeting: Guest Speakers, Trevor Lehmann and Steve

Howard shared some tips about growing orchids on mounts. Some key
points were:
• They take minimal amount of space.
• Can use a spray pump to water and fertilize. Trevor uses an in-
line fertilizer - so he fertilizes each time he waters.
• Bottlebrush, cork, old fence palings are usually good hosts.
However, watch for the plant rejecting (not clinging) to the host.
Gutter guard can also be used.
• Try to use the natural host if possible.
• Trevor uses fishing line, a staple gun and superglue to attach
plants to a mount. (Others use knitting nylon)
• Mount at the beginning of a growth season – need to see active
growth.

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 • Know the plant habit. does it grow up? (mount at bottom) or
down? (mount at top)
• Trevor uses “Native Orchids of Australia” by David L Jones as a
key reference.
Members are welcome to speak with Steve or Trevor if they have any
questions regarding mounting of orchids.

Plant displays at meetings: Club members are encouraged to bring

plants that have an interesting or impressive display to share with
club members (even though they might not be judged for points).
Judges may still choose to give a commentary regarding plants as
displayed on this table. Members are reminded of the 6-month
ownership rule for display of plants for judging. Please respect this
arrangement. Members have requested that plants remain on display
for 15/20 minutes after close of the meeting to allow viewing. Your
assistance in this regard would be appreciated. These plants are for
VIEWING ONLY, PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH

Review via E-Mail: If you wish to have a copy emailed to you,

even though you have elected to have a printed copy posted, then
please send a request to the Editor, Kyle Howard. If you wish to
cancel the hard copy, please notify Debbie Turk at
debturk@bigpond.com. Kyle can be contacted at
GawlerDistrictsOrchidClub@hotmail.com. N.B. an emailed copy
will show images in colour!

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 Genus of the Month: GONGORA
The genus Gongora consists of 65 species which are
found in Central America, Trinidad and tropical South
America, with most being found in Colombia. They
have a wide geographical distribution from wet forests
at sea level to mountainous regions in the Andes, up to
a height of 1800
metres. Named in
honour of Antonia
Cabellero y
Gongora who was
born on 25th May
1723 in Cordoba,

Spain, and died on 24th

Gongora scaphephorus ‘Joy’
March 1776. He was
AOC Award #3027 - FCC
the Viceroy of New
Granada (present day Colombia). Gongora was one of the first
orchids to be described by a European. The genus’ discovery
is attributed to Ruiz and Pavon.
Several new Gongora species were discovered in 2000s -
2010s. Some have been re-grouped into different
classifications. There is still some confusion with many
species still lacking appropriate descriptions. Two species,
Gongora portentosa and Gongora superflua have extremely
isolated populations. Future DNA Gongora bufonia ‘Sturt’ fingerprints will, in time,
contribute to an exact taxonomy of AOC Award #4248 - HCC this
genus. AOC Award #4249 - ACC

Gongoras are easy to grow and may be grown in pots or baskets. They
need to be grown in moderate shade
hanging at about eye level in the house.
High humidity is required during growth
and they require plenty of water around
their roots. When the bulbs are fully
developed the watering can be tapered
off.
The mixture used should reasonably
open to ensure that the roots are not
soggy. The spikes can be quite long up
to 1 metre with 25 or more flowers which
are perfumed.
Australian Orchid Council award
photos are provided courtesy of
Gongora grossa ‘Sturt’
the AOC Program Library
AOC Award #6277 - HCC

Gongora flowers vary in colour from brown, pink and red and may be spotted or have larger
patches of colour. I grow my Gongoras out in the shade house in summer but move them into the
heated house in winter. I have found them to be a very interesting orchid and easy to grow.

- Jim Shaughnessy
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Newsletter from the Australian Orchid Council President,
Dr Marion Davey
February 2024
Hello everyone,
The AOC Council and Board of Management recently held its second Zoom meeting since the formal AGM
and BOM meetings to examine future pathways for the organisation.
Two items were discussed that we are hoping that members may like to produce feedback upon.
The current membership of the council and board, is, to put it gently, not getting any younger and lacks
many of the skills that are important in terms of running an organisation nowadays. The two readily
identifiable areas are in IT and in marketing. How many of you with a computer or smartphone problem
seek out a grandchild, or similar? The board is particularly concerned with two areas that are becoming
problematic. We believe that everyone enjoys receiving and reading our wonderful magazine, Orchids
Australia. It is expensive to produce and post out and many similar magazines around the world are now
fully digital. We are aware that many of our members love having the magazine as a hard copy. There must
be a way of having both. Someone amongst our readership or friendship/family group may be able to share
ideas with us about how to safely [we don’t wish our online magazine to become freely available to anyone]
proceed. Similarly, our Webmaster does a fantastic job with the AOC website. It is continually updated and
a very important resource. It is, however, a massive job and getting bigger and it may be that someone
skilled in this area could provide valuable help.
The second item of the discussion is about a succession plan for the management team. There is perhaps
a perception that replacement should come from within Council and this needs correction. What is needed
is people with vision and enthusiasm and there are many out there. Knowledge of orchids is helpful but
council and management members do not have to have a room full of orchid awards to provide the skills
that the AOC needs going forwards.
Nominations for Council and
Management positions close at the
end of June. Please consider
standing for one of them. The
workload is not great. Passion and
enthusiasm are the only real
requirements
Marion Davey

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Competition in shows is great; particularly if you win - Roger Rankin
Orchid Wise

Social Pages:
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Group: www.facebook.com/groups/GawlerOrchidClub
Instagram: www.instagram.com/Gawler_orchid_club

Never say you know a person until you have divided a flask with them–
Roger Rankin Orchid Wise

Member News
Best wishes to the following club members who will celebrate
birthdays. Trusting that you all have wonderful celebrations on your
special day.

March Birthdays
Elizabeth Hannaford Peter James Margaret Rankin

To any member who has been unwell recently, we hope that you
can join us at our next meeting. We look forward to having you
back with us. Special Birthday (0 & 5 last numeral) & Get-Well
wishes can only be acknowledged if we have the information –
please pass on information to the President, Trevor Lehmann on
0418 231 794

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FEBRUARY MONTHLY FLORAL RESULTS
Orchid of the Night
Paph. Mount Toro ‘ Arabella ‘ Graeme & Maureen Hazledine
Orchid of Open Division
Paph. Mount Toro ‘ Arabella ‘ Graeme & Maureen Hazledine
Orchid of First Division
C. Hawaiian Wedding Song ‘ Virgin ‘ Graham Hein
Orchid of Second Division
C. Hawaiian Wedding Song ‘ Virgin ‘ Ken & Rhonda Stock
Popular Vote Open Division
Paph. Mount Toro ‘ Arabella ‘ Graeme & Maureen Hazledine
Popular Vote First Division
Den. Impact Wendy & Michael Lodge
Popular Vote Second Division
C. Hawaiian Wedding Song ‘ Virgin ‘ Graham Hein
Popular Vote of the Night
Paph. Mount Toro ‘ Arabella ‘ Graeme & Maureen Hazledine
Open Division
Oncidiinae - Hybrid Under 60mm
1st Onc. Alosuka ' Claire ' Maureen & Graeme Hazledine
Other Genera - Hybrid not listed elsewhere
1st Phal. ( Brother Laurencex Prospectors) G & M Hazledine
2nd Phal. Kungs Spice ' Auspice ' Rob & Lyn Albrecht
Otrher Genera - Species not listed elsewhere
1st Max. sanguinea Steve Howard
Paphiopedilum - Non Standard
1st Paph. Mount Toro ' Arabella ' Maureen & Graeme Hazledine
2nd Paph. Magic Lantern Maureen & Graeme Hazledine
First Division
Cymbidium under 60 Species
1st Cym. aloifolium Wendy & Michael Lodge

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Laeliinae - Non Standard Hybrid
1st Ctt. Valentine Day Mike Gray & Vu Xuan
2nd Ctt. Tina Callis Kyle Howard
Laeliinae - Species
1st Rhyncholaelia digbyana Wendy & Michael Lodge
2nd Psh. radiata Wendy & Michael Lodge
Laeliinae - Standard over 100mm
1st Cym. Burdekin Honey Wendy & Michael Lodge
2nd Lc. Interceps Kyle Howard
3rd Prc. Gertrude x Enc. Mary Mote Wendy & Michael Lodge
Laeliinae - Standard under 100mm
1st C. Hawaiian Wedding Song ' Virgin' Graham Hein
Laeliinae - Standards Hybrid Cluster
1st Epi. Pacific Classic Wendy & Michael Lodge
2nd Epi. Pacific Kyle Howard
Oncidiinae - Hybrid Under 60mm
1st Onc. Sharry Baby ' Sweet Fragrance ' Kyle Howard
2nd Onc. Sharry Baby ' Sweet Fragrance ' Wendy & Michael Lodge
Other Genera - Hybrid not listed elsewhere
1st Den. Impact Wendy & Michael Lodge
Zygopetalinae - Hybrid
2nd Z. Kiwi Choice ' Cool Spirit ' Peter & Marilyn Aigner-Muehler

Second Division
Laeliinae - Standard over 100mm
1st C. Hawaiian Wedding Song ' Virgin ' Ken & Rhonda Stock
Laeliinae - Standard under 100mm
1st Lc. Final Blue ' Allura ' Ken & Rhonda Stock
2nd Lc. Kamadii Ken & Rhonda Stock
Laeliinae - Standards Hybrid Cluster
1st Ctt. Meadii Ken & Rhonda Stock
2nd Ctt. Meadii Valerie Clee

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Culture Notes: March

Natives
Watering: Mounts 1 to 2 times per day. Pots twice weekly,
more if pots small or conditions hot.
Feeding: Slow release or bloom booster types. Feed weekly as
many in new growth now. A bit of higher nitrogen ok at this
stage, don’t overdo it.
Pest/Disease: Keep water out of new growths. Caterpillars attack
new growths as well. Brown fungal spots common on recent
growth. Preventative spraying with fungicides can help.
General: Many growths will have been damaged by heat. Let
them dry and preserve the base of the canes as new growths can
still be initiated from there later. Divide Sarcochilus from the end
of the month. Early natives such as Den. bigibbum flower now.
Lightly water terrestrials as new season growth appears.

Cymbidiums
Watering: 2 to 4 times per week depending on conditions. Can
be daily during heat events.
Feeding: Balanced to higher potash. Good time to add Epsom
salts and Seasol.
Pest/Disease: 2 spotted mites increase as weather dries. Water
under leaves to reduce them. Eco oil sprayed fortnightly will
control them or miticides.
General: Place stakes in pots as spikes become evident as a
reminder. Spray for pests whilst spikes small to avoid damage.
Good month to divide off plants missed earlier. Restrict to non-
flowering plants though.

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Zygopetalums
Watering: 2-4 times per week
Feeding: Weekly, high potassium as new leads fill out.
Pest/Disease: Caterpillars relish soft new growth. Inspect
frequently. Hand removal sufficient.
General: Keep water out of new growth in hot weather.

Cattleyas
Watering: 2-4 times per week
Feeding: High potash for bifoliate clusters as they develop for
autumn flowering.
Pests/Disease: Ants can be an issue eating sheaths and buds as
food becomes scarce. Use dusts or ant rid. Inspect new roots for
pest activity. Cockroaches relish green tips.
General: Stake show plants now for best presentation.

Oncidiums
Watering: 2 times per week. Up to twice daily or more for
mounts. Mist roots not plant.
Feeding: Usually high potash as many will be showing spikes.
Feed weakly as oncids are not gross feeders.
Pests/Diseases: Usually free this time of year although
caterpillars will take out a spike before it even gets out of sheath.
General: Hang for maximum light. Oncids with smaller new
growths can still be divided this month. Keep cool afterwards
though.

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Paphiopedilums:
General: Water 2-4 times a week, rainwater preferred.

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Major Sponsor

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Other Orchid Clubs –Where & when they meet:
** Designates a change in venue and time

**South Coast Orchid Club: Meets at Marion Warradale Uniting

Church Hall, Cnr Township Rd & Church Cr, Marion on the 1st
Wednesday of the month at 8PM, learners class starts at 715PM.
Daytime Chapter: - Meets in Lou Kesting Hall, Dover Square, off
Broadway, South Brighton at 2:00PM on the 2nd Thursday of the month
Southern Region Group: - Meets Carrikalinga House 17- 19 Torrens St.
Victor Harbor on the 3rd Sunday of the month at 2.pm. Learners class at
1:15PM.
The South Australian Orchidaceous Society: - Meets at Plympton
Community Centre at 34 Long St, Plympton on the 3rd Wednesday of the
month from 7:30PM. Parking at side & rear of hall.
Murray Bridge & Districts Orchid Club: - Meets at Seventh Day
Adventist Hall, Corner Myall Ave & Standen St, Murray Bridge on the
4th Sunday of the month at 1:45pm.
The Native Orchid Society of South Australia: - Meets at the St.
Matthew’s Hall Bridge St. Kensington on 4th Tuesday of Month at
7:30pm.
Cymbidium Orchid Club of Sth. Aust: - Meets at Burnside Community
Centre, 401 Greenhill Rd Tusmore on the 4th Wednesday of the Month at
7:30pm
Orchid Club of South Australia: - Evening Group: Meets at the
Enfield Community Centre 540 Regency Rd., on the 1st Thursday of the
Month at 8:00pm.
Daytime Group: - meets at Enfield Community Centre 540 Regency Rd
Enfield on the 2nd Friday of the Month. 2.00pm – 4.00pm

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Gawler Districts Orchid Club Inc.
Elderly Centre
37 Fourteenth Street, Gawler

Next Monthly Meeting

Thursday March 14th
8PM

Topic:
John Harris
Asia Pacific Orchid Conference

Regular Features:
- Beginners Group
- Plant Benching & Judging
- Lucky Name Badge (Must be wearing)
- Birthday Draw: March
- Popular Vote
- Supper

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