The sight of dozens of orchids in bloom is guaranteed to brighten up a winter’s day, which is why the local orchid society decided to hold a mid-winter show.
Committee member Judy Murray says she believes it is the first time in the club’s 33- year history that a winter display has been held.
“A number of other orchid clubs hold shows at this time of year and we thought we would try it to see how it went,” Judy says.
She says there are so many orchid species that flower in winter, that members are spoilt for choice when preparing plants for the show.
As well as Cattleya orchids from Costa Rica there will be Masdevallia – a large genus that flowers all year round.
“We don’t really know what plants are going to turn up and there could even be some early Cymbidiums and probably Zygopetalums,” Judy says.
The Hibiscus Coast Orchid Society’s one day display is on the June 24 at the Orewa Community Centre, Orewa Square, 10am–4pm. Entry is free, but bring your wallets as there will be a trading table and raffles.
