Celebrate the new year with orchids! It’s no surprise to find January orchid events in Florida and California, but you might not expect to find shows in Massachusetts, Michigan, and Minnesota during the depths of winter. No matter where they are, orchids are a beautiful addition to 2014. January 7 Hinckley & District Orchid Society […]
It’s the slowest month for orchid shows, but December still offers exciting events around the world. In addition, many orchid societies have holiday auctions and celebrations, so check with your local group for more prospects. December 2 – 6 International Congress on Orchid Conservation, Hotel Mercure Creolia, Saint-Denis, Reunion December 6 – 7 Orchid & […]
From Seattle to Sao Paulo to Auckland, orchid shows abound in November. Visit any of these events to enjoy some orchid inspiration. November 1 – 2 Nambour Orchid Society Species Show & Trade Fair, Uniting Church Hall, Coronation Ave., Nambour, Queensland, Australia November 1 – 3 Santa Cruz Orchid Society Show & Sale, Soquel High […]
Dave took so many great photos at this year’s Orchids in the Park that it was easy to find enough for another post. The first set includes a shapely Paph, a haunting Dracula, and an intriguing Vanda close-up. Once again, these photos highlight the incredible diversity of the orchid family. Each appeals to a specific bug or […]
With orchids in every supermarket, visiting an orchid show might seem unnecessary. However, last weekend’s Orchids in the Park proved why orchid shows are definitely worthwhile. The displays were full of unusual and exotic blooms. You won’t find these orchid varieties in a supermarket. These flowers both defy and excite the imagination. They’re great reminders […]
Orchid shows are happening everywhere from San Diego to Rio, from Montreal to Helsinki, and from Canberra to Prague. These events provide great opportunities to enjoy stunning flowers, meet local orchid experts, take photos, and find special plants for your own collection. October 1 Plantation Orchid Society Annual Auction, Volunteer Park, 12050 West Sunrise Blvd., […]
Don’t miss this weekend’s Orchids in the Park! On September 28th – 29th, Golden Gate Park hosts a smaller version of San Francisco’s huge winter orchid show. The event includes plenty of orchids to enjoy, as well as vendors, demos, and seminars. The photos below are only a small sample of last year’s exciting offerings. […]
From Alabama to Zululand, September is a busy month for orchid shows. Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa have packed schedules. There’s plenty in the Northern Hemisphere, too. Here in San Francisco on September 28-29, Orchids in the Park combines a show and sale with seminars and demos. September 2 – 6 Eastwood and District […]
What would it be like to travel the world visiting orchid shows? Let August’s events be your guide. Take an incredible orchid tour, from Brisbane to Singapore to Hilo to Toronto to London. August 2 Singapore Orchid Ball, Conrad Centennial Hotel, 2 Temasek Blvd., Marina Centre, Singapore August 2 – 3 Houston Orchid Society Summer […]
From Brisbane to Baton Rouge, orchid shows span the globe in July. Many take place south of the equator in Australia, Brazil, and South Africa. Further north, Britain’s Hampton Court Palace Flower Show bills itself as the largest flower show in the world. This year it covers 34 acres (13.8 hectares,) and includes plenty of […]
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