Archive: Featured Happenings

September 5 Meeting—Dr. Bill Goldner Highlights Miniature Phragmipediums

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At our meeting on Thursday, September 5, Dr. William Goldner will speak about the “Next Generation Miniature Phragmipediums.”

Show-and-Tell Plant Table Winners

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Houston Orchid Society members bring their bloomers to the meetings. Members vote for their favorite plant by secret ballot.

Sarah Bentley Hosts August Newcomers Group

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HOS Past President Sarah Bentley anticipates the August 1 meeting and August 3 workshop, both of which focus on the genus Paphiopedilum.

Nominating Committee To Be Selected

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During the September 5 meeting, the 2025 Nominating Committee shall be elected by ballot by the members present at the meeting.

Need Clay Pots?

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Larry Baker, of Galveston Bay Orchid Society, is organizing a group order of clay pots.

Official HOS Name Badges Available for Purchase

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HOS members can now order magnetic name badges online for $12.50 each. Online orders may be made, payable by credit card.

August 1 Meeting—Thanh Nguyen to Discuss Paphiopedilums

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At the August 1, 2024, meeting, Thanh Nguyen will speak on Paphiopedilum orchids.

August 3, Date of the Annual Summer Workshop

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HOS will host its Annual Summer Workshop on Saturday, August 3, 2024. The topic will be "The Future of Paphiopedilum Orchids."

Stephen Moffitt Recounts Orchid Adventure

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HOS Life Member Stephen Moffitt recounts his orchid adventure over the years.

Sarah Bentley Anticipates August

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HOS Past President Sarah Bentley anticipates the August 1 meeting and August 3 workshop, both of which focus on the genus Paphiopedilum.

July 5 Meeting—Fred Clarke to Discuss Mini/Compact Cattleyas

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At the July 5, 2024, meeting, Fred Clarke will speak on mini and compact Cattleya orchids.

June 6 Meeting—Julien Baruch To Speak on Bulbophyllum Genera

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At the June 6, 2024, meeting, Julien Baruch will speak on orchids in the Bulbophyllum genera.

May 2 Meeting—Latest Vandaceous Hybridization

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At the May 2, 2024, meeting, Carol Klonowski will present the latest developments in Vandaceous orchid breeding.

2024 Houston Orchid Society Show & Sale

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The 2024 Spring Show, held at Memorial City Mall on March 9-10, was a grand success, thanks to members and vendors who participated, and the excellent showing of visitors.

April 4 Meeting—Tips & Tricks for Awesome Flower Photos

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At the April 4, 2024, meeting, Malcolm McCorquodale will discuss techniques for photographing orchids.

2024 AOS Multi-Center Judges Workshop

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The 2024 AOS Multi-Center Judges Workshop will be held in Houston on April 20, 2024.

Have You Renewed Your HOS Membership?

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Your 2024 HOS annual membership dues are now past due. Individual memberships are $45, and family memberships are $75.

2024 Spring Show Just Two Weeks Away

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The Houston Orchid Society 2024 Spring Show will be held at Memorial City Mall on March 9–10.

March Meeting—Annual Show & Sale Setup

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At the February 1, 2024, Manny Aybar will present tips on cultivating orchids in the popular Phalaenanthe section.

Easy Phalaenopsis Orchid Care

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The Phalaenopsis orchid is now the number one selling "pot plant" in the United States. The flowers can last up to 4 months with proper care.