
President’s Message—December 2025
President Sarah Bentley looks forward to a busy, productive, and fun year ahead for the members of Houston Orchid Society.

January 8 Meeting—Making Orchid Hybrids
At the January 8 HOS meeting, Keith and Dina Emig will discuss flasking, deflasking, and growing out compots.

Members Enjoyed Potluck and Auction at December 4 Meeting
At the December 4 HOS meeting, members enjoyed camaraderie, a potluck supper and an orchid auction to benefit the Houston Judging Center.

Renew Your 2026 Membership
Your 2026 HOS annual membership dues payable. Individual memberships are $45, and family memberships are $75.

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

Join the Orchid Digest!
Houston Orchid Society members are invited and encouraged to join the Orchid Digest.

Join the Next Generation of AOS Orchid Judges
Join the next generation of AOS Orchid Judges—a welcoming group, always learning, and enthusiastic to share!

December 4 Meeting—Enjoy Potluck and Orchid Auction!
At the December 4 HOS meeting, members will enjoy a potluck supper and an orchid auction to benefit the Houston Judging Center.

November 6 Meeting—Laura Newton to speak on AOS Special Annual Awards
At our Thursday, November 6, meeting, Laura Newton will speak on “American Orchid Society Special Annual Awards.”

Slate of HOS Officer Candidates for 2026
The Houston Orchid Society Nominating Committee announced the slate of officers for 2026. Voting takes place at the November 6 meeting.

Show-and-Tell Plant Table Winners
Houston Orchid Society members bring their bloomers to the meetings. Members vote for their favorite plant by secret ballot.

October 2 Meeting—Daria Souvorova to Review the 2025 AOS Awards
At our Thursday, October 2, Houston Orchid Society meeting, member Daria Souvorova will speak about the 2025 AOS awards.


