Archive for January, 2025

February Orchid Events

Friday, January 31st, 2025

The shortest month is packed with orchid events, including terrific Valentine’s Day opportunities. There are major shows like San Francisco’s Pacific Orchid Expo and Tokyo’s Grand Prix Exhibition, months-long exhibitions in New York City, London, St. Louis, Paris, and lots more. February 1 – 2 Orchid Growers Guild Show & Sale, Monona Terrace Community and […]

Orchids with the Easiest Names

Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025

Moth Orchids, Lady Slippers, and Pansy Orchids have easy common names, but most orchids don’t. They have their Latin names, which can be daunting. Understandably, many people are intimidated by long, scientific words. Fortunately, not all of them are difficult. Check out this list of 10 orchids with Latin names that you don’t have to […]

Traveling the World with Orchid Videos

Friday, January 10th, 2025

Too cold? Too much snow? You’ll probably enjoy visiting orchid gardens in Singapore, Honolulu, and southern Spain, courtesy of these video tours. First, soak up the tropical glory of Singapore’s National Orchid Garden and Singapore Botanic Gardens. Next, Honolulu’s Foster Botanical Garden will help you think warm thoughts. It boasts a diverse orchid collection beneath […]

January Orchid Events

Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

Happy new year! January brings wonderful orchid events, like these shows, sales, auctions, and talks, to brighten 2025. In Pittsburgh, Phipps Conservatory shows off its collection with the spectacular Orchid and Tropical Bonsai Show, from January 11th to March 9th. January 4 – 5 Sarasota Orchid Society Show & Sale, Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. […]