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Denver Orchid Society

Founded in 1951, the Denver Orchid Society hosts monthly meetings featuring educational programs by local and national orchid experts. Members have the opportunity to see flowering orchids from private collections throughout the region and also purchase affordable orchid plants.

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Cultivating a Passion for Orchids Since 1951

Discover the fascinating world of orchids. From their origins to the intricate cultivation techniques, we are here to share our passion and knowledge with you. Join us in exploring the beauty and diversity of these exquisite flowers.

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Become a Member

Anyone with an interest in orchids may join the Denver Orchid Society.

Single membership
$35

Dual/household membership
$45

The dues of new members are payable at the time of application.

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Guests and interested individuals are always welcome at any regular meeting, but non-members should not attend more than two meetings in a calendar year without paying for a membership. The Annual Meeting (December) is open only to members.

General Information for DOS Meetings

The Denver Orchid Society meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, with the exception of a winter break in January and February. Our meetings include a short business discussion, an informal show-and-tell, an expert speaker orchid presentation, and the sale of orchid plants.

We currently meet at Denver Botanic Gardens (DBG) in Sturm Hall inside the Freyer - Newman Center.

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APRIL 8TH AT 7 PM

Next Meeting: Jane Brooks on Growing Phragmipediums

The March meeting of the Denver Orchid Society will be April 8th at 7 pm.  Zoom attendance will also be available for those who want to watch from home.

Jane Brooks will be speaking on growing phragmipediums.

By day Jane Wesley Brooks is a Certified Family Law Specialist and Martindale Hubbell preeminent rated attorney with the State Bar of CA.  More importantly and more interesting, at night and on weekends she is an AOS student judge and orchid hobbyist living with her husband and two small dogs in San Diego, CA. Her AOS student mentors are Tim Culbertson and peter T. Lin.  She is a member of the DOS and the SDCOS.  Most of her orchid collection is grown outdoors under two shade houses in her backyard where she also maintains a small greenhouse.  Her orchid collection is wildly diverse with over half of the plants species plants.

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Spring Orchid Show and Sale!

Orchid Magic

May 3rd and 4th

Denver Botanic Gardens
Mitchell Hall

1007 York Street
Denver, CO 80206

Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

The Denver Orchid Society is a not-for-profit, 501C-3 organization. The spring show and sale is a fundraiser for the group.

Orchid Care

Orchids are not difficult to grow, but you don’t grow them like most houseplants. A free guide is available illustrating orchid requirements regarding potting medium, temperature, fertilizing, air movement, watering, and more. To get your free guide click on the following link to tell us where to send your copy.

Get your Free Illustrated Guide to Orchid Care:

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