Renew Your 2025 Membership
Your 2024 HOS annual membership dues are now past due. Individual memberships are $45, and family memberships are $75.
UPDATE: Small Group Checks Out Report of ‘Wild Orchid’
A small group of HOS members, organized by Sarah Bentley, investigated a report of a potentially wild orchid growing in Montgomery County.
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.
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.
Nominating Committee Selected at September 5 Meeting
During the September 5 meeting, the 2025 Nominating Committee shall be elected by ballot by the members present at the meeting.
October 3 Meeting—Terry Kennedy Shares Secrets of Outstanding Orchid Displays
At our meeting on Thursday, October 3, Terry Kennedy will share secrets to designing outstanding orchid displays.
Sarah Bentley Hosts August Newcomers Group
HOS Past President Sarah Bentley anticipates the August 1 meeting and August 3 workshop, both of which focus on the genus Paphiopedilum.
September 5 Meeting—Dr. Bill Goldner Highlights Miniature Phragmipediums
At our meeting on Thursday, September 5, Dr. William Goldner will speak about the “Next Generation Miniature Phragmipediums.”
Need Clay Pots?
Larry Baker, of Galveston Bay Orchid Society, is organizing a group order of clay pots.
August 1 Meeting—Thanh Nguyen to Discuss Paphiopedilums
At the August 1, 2024, meeting, Thanh Nguyen will speak on Paphiopedilum orchids.
August 3, Date of the Annual Summer Workshop
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
HOS Life Member Stephen Moffitt recounts his orchid adventure over the years.