Talks Available
“Cycnoches, Mormodes, Catasetums recent trends”
A review of the amazing world of Catasetinae, a lively and entertaining presentation, amazing pictures and the making of Fredclarkeara After Dark ‘the blackest orchid seen' also includes a thorough review of plant culture. A PowerPoint presentation.
“Trends in Multifloral Paphiopedilums section Coryopedilum"
A review of the influential species, primary and advanced hybrids in this section. This talk is a summary of the current state in multifloral breeding. A PowerPoint presentation.
"Multifloral Paphiopedilums with Parvi and Brachy influence"
A review of the influential species, primary and advanced hybrids of this amazing group. This talk is a summary of the current breeding trends using the Brachypetalum and Parvisepalum species with multifloral paphs. A PowerPoint presentation.
“Growing with Diatomite and Plant Culture”
Diatomite has remarkable properties; here its use as a potting mix is explained. Also a new twist on plant culture is reviewed; learn some key techniques to succeed in growing your orchids to their maximum potential. A PowerPoint presentation.
“Catasetinae Species and their Cultivation”
The species Catasetums, Mormodes and Cycnoches are reviewed, male and female flowers and a complete plant culture section. A PowerPoint presentation.
“Venezuela's National Flower, Cattleya mossiae”
A beautiful expose of C. mossiae in the wild, amazing pictures of thousands of flowers covering the trees. Learn about the habitat and the perils that await C. mossiae. A PowerPoint presentation.
“Judging Cycnoches, Mormodes and their Hybrids”
Designed as an AOS judges training tool, this talk will familiarize you with the current judging standards, commonly found faults and how to approach awarding male and female flowers. A thorough and thought provoking discussion on an interesting group of orchids. A PowerPoint presentation.
“Judging Mini-Catts”
Designed as an AOS judges training tool, this talk will familiarize you with the recent AOS awards, current judging standards, and commonly found faults. Fantastic picture of Mini-catt breeding trends from around the world. A PowerPoint presentation.
“Today’s Mini and Compact Cattleya’s”
A detailed look at the species and latest developments in the breeding and growing of these colorful flowers, A PowerPoint presentation.
“Bulbophyllums”
Learn about this amazing group of species and hybrids. You may be aware of Bulbophyllums but have you grown them? They make excellent companion plants with Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilums. Little hybridization has been done but the results have been fantastic. A PowerPoint presentation.
“Aussie Dendrobiums and their Cultivation”
Our friends down under have been breeding their native Dendrobiums and creating some fantastic flowers, the word is out! Aussie Dens are easy to grow, tolerant of heat and cold, have fragrant flowers, and re-bloom from the old bulbs!!! They grow well with Cattleyas and in frost free areas they are perfect plants for the shade house. A PowerPoint presentation.
“Judging Australian Native Dendrobium Species and Hybrids”
Designed as a training tool for AOS judges, this talk covers the most important species and hybrids in the Australian Native Dendrobium alliance. Learn about the current judging standard and common faults and how best to evaluate and point these beautiful flowers. A PowerPoint presentation.
Speaking and Show Schedule for 2012
- Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society, Florida January 9th
- Fort Saint Lucie Orchid Society, Florida January 10th
- Delray Beach Orchid Society, Florida January 11th
- Boca Raton, Orchid Society, Florida January 12th
- Orchid Show: Fort Lauderdale, Florida January 20-22nd
- Tampa Orchid Society, Florida January 24th @ Noon
- Ridge Orchid Society, Florida January 24th @ 7 pm
- Orchid Show: Tamiami, Florida January 27-28th
- Vista Garden Club, California February 3rd
- Orchid Show: Newport Harbor, California February 10-12th
- Hilo Orchid Society, Hawaii February 11th
- Long Beach Amateur Orchid Society, California February 13th
- San Diego County Cymbidium Orchid Society, California February 15th
- Orchid Show: Pacific Orchid Exposition, San Francisco, California February 23-26th
- Palomar Orchid Society, California March 7th
- Orchid Show: San Diego, California March 9-12th
Galaxy of Orchids Show
Scottish Rite Center
1895Camino Del Rio South
Mission Valley
Free parking, 7$ per day, $10 for 3 day pass
Friday, March 9th, 3PM to 7 PM
Saturday, March 10th, 9AM to 6PM
Sunday, March 11th, 10AM to 4PM
$1.00 off coupon and details available at: http://wwwsdorchids.com/shows.htm
- Orchid Show: Santa Barbara, California March 16-18th
- Orchid Show: Arroyo Grande, California March 30-April 1st
- Orchid Show: Southern California Spring Garden Show @ South Coast Plaza, April 26-29th
- Orchid Society of Greater St. Louis, Missouri June 9th
- Kansas City Society Sunday, Missouri June 10th
- Tucson Orchid Society, Arizona June 20th
- Phoenix Orchid Society, Arizona June 21st
- Orchid Show: Australian Orchid Spectacular, September 11-16th
- Orchid Show: Fascination of Orchids, California September 29-30th
- Sarasota Orchid Society, Florida October 1st
- St. Augustine Orchid Society, Florida October 2nd
- Venice Area OS Orchid Society, Florida October 3rd
- Naples Orchid Society, Florida October 4th
- Jacksonville Orchid Society, Florida October 9th
- Western North Carolina Orchid Society, October 14th
- Orchid Society of Minnesota, October 20th
- Orchid Show: Huntington Gardens, California October 20-21st
- Albany Orchid Society, New York November 3th
- Syracuse Orchid Society, New York November 4th
- Rochester Orchid Society, New York November 5th
- Buffalo Orchid Society, New York November 6th
- Northwest Orchid Society, Oregon November 12th
- Orchid Show: Portland Orchid Society and AOS Members meeting November 13-18th
"Creating Superior Hybrids for the Orchid Enthusiasts"
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