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Don’t miss the orchid show, Jan. 26-27 at Meijer Gardens

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By Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park


The Huizenga Grand Room will be filled with beautiful orchids, competing for ribbons and the coveted American Orchid Society Awards. Purchase an orchid to take home, as well as hard-to-find orchid growing supplies.

  • Saturday, Jan. 26: Displays 12-5pm, sales 10am-5pm
  • Sunday, Jan. 27: Displays 11am-4:30pm, sales 11am-4:30pm

2019 Orchid Show Talks —Free

Saturday, Jan. 26

1pm — Orchid Growing 101: Learn how to care for your orchid once you get it home: where to place it, how often to water it, when to fertilize, and what to do when it’s through blooming. Presented by: Dawn Durkee, Grand Valley Orchid Society


2pm — Growing Slipper Orchids: Slipper orchids are not just fascinating, they’re easy to grow! Receive tips on growing these lovely orchids in the home. Presented by: Rob Halgren, Little Frog Farm


3pm — Orchid Repotting Demonstration: Learn about how to properly repot an orchid during this demonstration. Presented by: Don Kelley, Grand Valley Orchid Society

Sunday, Jan. 27

1pm — Best Orchids for Beginners: Learn which orchids are the easiest to grow in the home. Presented by: Mei Ling Clemens, Grand Valley Orchid Society


2pm — Miniature Orchids: Discover the subtle beauty and charm of miniature orchids and learn how to successfully grow them in your home. Presented by: Kevin Usted, New World Orchids


3pm — Orchid Repotting Demonstration: Learn about how to properly repot an orchid during this demonstration. Presented by: Tara Rietberg, Grand Valley Orchid Society