Orchids in Kew’s Princess of Wales Conservatory
In London’s December chill, it’s great to warm up by stepping into one of the glasshouses at Kew Gardens. I was fortunate to visit last week, and enjoyed lots of warmth and tropical beauty. These photos show some of the orchids on display in the Princess of Wales Conservatory.
The vast orchid family reliably offers blooms at any time of year, even early December. In fact, many orchid varieties flower during dormant periods. This usually corresponds to winter months, when their blooms are less likely to be damaged by heavy rains, which are typical of their growing seasons. With one of the most extensive botanical collections on the planet, the expert growers at Kew can put on impressive orchid displays all year long. If you’re anywhere near London, beat back the winter blues with a visit. It warms me up just thinking about it.
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