I did a search on this and I wanted to see if my idea for storage sounded workable. This will mainly be for Cattleya hybridization:
1. Take the pollen and store it in an unused pill bottle, or some other suitable airtight container. Should I remove the pollen for the anther cap?
2. Place a desiccant in the bottle with the pollen to keep it dry.
3. Place in the fridge. I've heard that the vegetable drawer is the best location, is this true?
4. Use when needed within one year.
Now, not to bring up an unpleasant name, but it seems a Mr. Patrick Mahonmad has commented on this process, and I don't believe what he says, hence why I'm asking.
If you can think of anything I may have missed or if I'm being too vague, please let me know. Thanks in advance!
1. Take the pollen and store it in an unused pill bottle, or some other suitable airtight container. Should I remove the pollen for the anther cap?
2. Place a desiccant in the bottle with the pollen to keep it dry.
3. Place in the fridge. I've heard that the vegetable drawer is the best location, is this true?
4. Use when needed within one year.
Now, not to bring up an unpleasant name, but it seems a Mr. Patrick Mahonmad has commented on this process, and I don't believe what he says, hence why I'm asking.
If you can think of anything I may have missed or if I'm being too vague, please let me know. Thanks in advance!