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April Orchid Shows

Saturday, March 29th, 2008

Orchid shows are a great way to enjoy beautiful flowers, even if you don’t have a green thumb. Here’s a list of some shows happening in North America this month. There are many more in the USA and all over the world this spring, so keep your eyes open for shows near you. April 3-6 […]

Toilet Humor

Friday, March 7th, 2008

No, they were not functional during the show. These hand-made porcelain urinals are the work of California artist Clark Sorensen, and were featured at last week’s Pacific Orchid Expo here in San Francisco. If anyone is in doubt about your love of orchids, these would certainly prove your devotion, and then some. I’m also including […]

San Francisco Orchid Show

Monday, March 3rd, 2008

Since we don’t own a car (a big hassle here in San Francisco,) Dave and I usually head to the SF orchid show with our friend Kim. She’s kind enough to give us a ride and help us transport our new orchid purchases home. But this year Kim couldn’t make it, so Dave brought me […]

New York Orchid Show

Friday, February 22nd, 2008

There’s a great article in the New York Sun about the NY Botanical Garden’s annual orchid show. It lasts for 6 weeks, Feb. 23rd to April 6, so those of you lucky enough to be in NYC, you have no excuse to miss it.

Add it to your calendar

Wednesday, February 20th, 2008

You’ll definitely find me at the San Francisco Orchid Society’s annual show, the Pacific Orchid Exposition, held at Fort Mason’s Festival Pavilion. This year’s theme is “Orchids Gone Wild,” and the show runs February 28 – March 2. There will be thousands of stunning orchids on display and for sale. You’ll also find lots of […]

World Orchid Conference

Sunday, January 20th, 2008

If you’re in Florida, don’t miss the 11th World Orchid Conference held in Miami, Jan. 23-27, 2008. The WOC is held every 3 years, and this year looks like one of the best orchid shows around. Orchids will be on display, for sale, and discussed in lectures. For more info go to the official conference […]