This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Community Corner

Sonoma County Orchid Society Show & Sale – Orchids in the Redwoods

An Orchid Show for the entire family to enjoy! Something for every growing condition. 

Our show includes:

Find out what's happening in San Rafaelwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

  • A drawing for a large blooming cymbidium orchid and hourly drawings for orchids or orchid related items donated by our vendors. 
  • Exhibits and docent tours to give a greater understanding of orchids.
  • Skill sessions on: how to divide and grow cymbidiums; how to keep your supermarket orchids alive; how to grow and care for orchids in your home, among other orchid topics.
  • 12 orchid vendors and a members' sales table, selling many orchids not available in supermarkets or big box stores.
  • A silent auction table of items donated by local merchants and members (wine, wine tours and tastings, an overnight stay in Bodega Bay, a huge basket of orchid supplies and hand-crafted items are but a few of the many interesting items on which to bid).
  • An orchid boutique selling orchid and garden related items and books, as well as some non-orchid plants. 
  • An orchid doctor to answer all your orchid questions, including advising you whether a particular orchid you wish to purchase can successfully be grown in your home or greenhouse.
  • ONLY $8.00 PER PERSON - LOOK FOR A DOLLAR OFF COUPON IN THE SONOMA COUNTY PRESS DEMOCRAT DURING THE WEEKDAYS PRECEDING THE SHOW.
  • SEE OUR WEBSITE AT http://www.sonomaorchids.com where you may email questions to our Board. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
  • We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here

    The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch?