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Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society
President’s Message The challenge this month was dealing with the cool temperatures that arrived here in South Florida. The old question, “Do I bring my orchids in out of the cold or let them be?” Well I settled on half in and half out. It seems that bringing the plants in was the easy part but taking
them out and giving them a good soaking of water was the most work! Thankfully it was only once this year. Spring is right around the corner!
Mac Rivenbark, from Mac’s Orchids, was our guest speaker in February. He shared with us some great tips about repotting and mounting our orchids. Mac told us that if you are not
getting results — try something different. He stressed fertilizing regularly and do not be afraid to move your plant to a different location for more light and air. Mac and Helen are always
willing to share their knowledge with you.
We participated in the Flamingo Gardens Garden & Bonsai Show. Our goal was to let people
know about our society and encourage them to come and try us out. It looks like we have several people who are interested. We also had a raffle to get people excited about beautiful orchids. Please welcome any new faces that you see at our meetings.
Now we are getting ready for the Orchid Show that we host at Flamingo Gardens. We need you
to help out by giving us a few hours of your time. This is a great way to get to know other members and we always have a good time! VOLUNTEER with us.
Spread the word….April 13 is our Annual Auction. This is the big fund raiser for our Society. We all like to have a good time but financially we need to be able to cover our expenses; the
monthly speaker and room rental fees to name a few. It all adds up. You could really help out by donating an orchid or two. Please think about it.
See you all at the March meeting!
Jan
FLAMINGO GARDENS
ORCHID SOCIETY A F F I L I A T E D W I T H A M E R I C A N O R C H I D S O C I E T Y &
F L A M I N G O G A R D E N S
March 2015
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Didn’t we have some beautiful orchids this month for Show & Tell?!! Congratulations to everyone and an extra cheer to our four Culture Award winners!! What do you have blooming this month? Dress it up and bring it in so we can all “Oooo” and “Ahhh”!!
Show off your blooming orchid and you get a raffle ticket. Click here for the Show & Tell Form
Culture Award Winners Ascda. Motes Goldpiece ‘24’ HCC/AOS Carolyn Phipps
Bc. Hawaiian Agendda ‘Florida Winter’ Bill Hodnett
Den. kingianum Lucy Matos Lodato
Ludisia discolor Gerhard Conrad
Blue Ribbon Winners Blc. Fuchs of Ange Nuggett ‘Lea’ Sandi Block-Brezner
Blc. Goldenzelle ‘Frank Smith’ x Blc. Bold Red Copper Penny Natasha Mullin
Blc (Ric) Danny Cuesta x Blc. Aron Gold ‘Kultana’ x C. Pradit Spot ‘Black Prince’ AM/AOS
Bill Hodnett
Cattleya ’24 Karat’ Orange Shirely Decker
Cattleya ‘Paradise’ Yeni Logan
Cattleya skinneri Frank Tastinger
Dendrobium nobile Natasha Mullin
Dendrobium spectabile x sib Peter Martikes
Lc. Drumbeat Triumph AM/AOS Vera Wongsam
Lc. Gold Digger Orglades Mandarin Sandi Block-Brezner
Oncidium NOID Gerhard Conrad
Rlc. Duh’s Wisdom ‘Green Star’ BM/TOGA Sandi Block-Brezner
Phal. NOID Needda Augusto (Lorraine Martikes’ mother)
The February 2015 Blue Ribbon Winners Are…
By Sandi Block-Brezner
Invite your friends & Family to
Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society’s Annual Orchid Auction
April 13, 2015 Preview at 7:00 p.m.
Auction begins at 7:30 p.m.
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Dan Christensen of Dan & Marge Orchids Speaks on How to Grow Beautiful Vandaceous Orchids
Dan & Margie Christensen have been growing orchids first as hobbyists for over 35 years and
as Commercial Growers for nearly 20 years. Dan & Margie Orchids, located in Southwest Ranches in SW Broward County, have over 12,000 square feet of covered growing space, with
currently five greenhouses.
The nursery specializes in growing: Vanda/Ascda. Crosses, Cattleya hybrids, warm growing Oncidium, Dendrobium, and some orchid species.
Dan has been speaking on general orchid culture, Vanda culture and various subjects related to orchids for over 20 years. He uses the ‘common sense’ approach to growing. He has been
guest lecturer at all local orchid societies and the American Orchid Society (AOS). His lectures on Vandaceous orchids are informative and entertaining.
The nursery, a family owned business, sells orchids, supplies and assist any orchid grower with
information and re-potting instruction. While Margie runs the day-to-day business, she is also an accomplished pottery artist and sells her wares at all the orchid shows. Together they run
the business and participate in local shows from Tampa to Key West.
Dan is a member of the South Florida Orchid Society Board of Directors for over 12 years and has served as the president of SFOS for two consecutive terms. He has served as a board
member of several local societies, Miramar, Gold Coast & South Florida serving in various capacities. He has also has been an auctioneer at SFOS, North Dade, Gold Coast, Sunrise,
Plantation, Coral Springs & Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society orchid auctions.
Dan & Margie Orchids is open by appointment Tuesday thru Sunday
Hours: 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Address: 18700 SW 69th St., Southwest Ranches, FL 33332
Phone: 954 252-8116
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2014 - 2015 Board of Directors
President
Jan Amador [email protected] 954-347-2738
First Vice President Programs Shirley Decker
Second Vice President Membership, Website, Newsletter Debbie Brown
Treasurer Marcy Schwartz
Recording Secretary Sandi Block-Brezner
Corresponding Secretary Mike Vaupel
Trustee – One Year Mary Lathrop
Gerhard Conrad
Joan Viggiani
Trustee – Two Year Yeni Logan
Peter Stevens
Email us at:
Find us on: Facebook
Visit our Web site at:
FlamingoGardensOrchidSociety.com
S i l en t A u ct i o n
Want to sell some of your orchids or other plant related items?
Bring them to the meeting and sell them on the Silent Auction table. Ten percent of your profit is donated to the society and the rest you keep!
Complete the Silent Auction Form and bring it with your plant. Blank forms will be available on the Silent Auction table.
Not Selling? Bidding on auction items is a great way to grow your orchid collection!
VOLUNTEER TODAY!
FGOS Events at Flamingo Gardens
April 4 & 5 The 35th International Orchid & Bromeliad
Show
We need volunteers for both of these shows.
Please sign up at the March meeting.
Board of Directors Meeting
The next Board Meeting will be held
March 23rd 7:30 p.m.
It will be held at Debbie Brown’s house
15101 Durham Ln, Davie, FL 954 629-6321
Members are welcome to come & observe & get a feel of what it’s like to be a Board Member.
Come join us!
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Welcome
Let’s all Welcome the following new members
who joined our society. Introduce yourself,
show them around
We’re happy you’re with us!
Laurie Crabb
Lydia Robes
Lynn Solomon
Upcoming Orchid Events
Deerfield Bach Orchid Society Orchid Auction
March 10, 2015 Preview 7:00 p.m. Auction 7:30 p.m.
910 E. Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach, FL
The Garden Expo at Volunteer Park
March 28 & 29, 2015
The 35th International Orchid & Bromeliad Show
April 4 & 5 Flamingo Gardens
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society
Affiliated with
The American Orchid Society
&
Flamingo Gardens
Meeting 2nd Monday of the Month
At 7:30pm
at Flamingo Gardens
3750 South Flamingo Road, Davie, FL
Email us at:
Find us on: Facebook
Visit our Web site at:
FlamingoGardensOrchidSociety.com
Want to win a couple of raffle tickets?
All you have to do is: Bring a Show & Tell plant
Bring a dish to share
Wear your name badge
Buy $5 worth of tickets
At FGOS we love our Snacks!
We all enjoy the delicious appetizers and amazing desserts that are shared each month.
Bring in one of your favorite dishes and earn a raffle ticket!
Please remember to sign up (on the clipboard) when you’re planning to bring a dish for the following month.
Thank you all for bringing our snacks. If you have any questions, see Mary Lathrop or Pat Hady.
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Shirley’s Corner Hi Folks! The arrival of spring spurs many orchids to grow again. It is important for us as orchidists to understand and protect the world, as it is our home, as well as the environment for all of the incredible diversity of the earth. In a way, by being so interconnected in terms of news, knowledge and climate, we have given new meaning to the phrase “It’s a small world”.
Another consequence of the smaller world we live in is that pathogens and invasive species seem to be able to easily cross massive geographic barriers previously impossible for them, such as mountains and oceans. This month, when orchid blooming is practically at its peak, we should ponder the future of a more connected world and realize that though seemingly smaller, we actually are starting to gain easy access to all of the world’s biodiversity. And with this unprecedented access comes the responsibility to understand it and protect it.
Many orchids will start initiating new roots and growths, often while they are still in bloom. Even though it may be early to repot orchids, you can often, at least partially, alleviate the spring repotting crunch many of us with larger collections experience in April and May by starting the annual ritual now.
All changes in culture should be done gradually. Look to your plants for the cues to begin stepped up spring watering and fertilizing. Daily observation of their progress is the key to success here.
March may be one of the best months for orchid shows and orchid travel. There are usually more shows in March than any other month because so many different types of orchids awake out of dormancy now or are in full bloom. Every orchid grower should make the effort to at least attend your local orchid exhibits, and support the dedicated and hard-working vendors and exhibitors that are sharing their horticultural accomplishments. I am always inspired to become a better grower at these shows when I see what others have achieved.
Happy growing,
Shir ley
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Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday dear
FGOS member Happy Birthday to YOU!
Our March Birthday
Leprechaun’s
Carolyn Phipps March 1
Steve Egan March 17
Ellen O’Neill March 18
Mary Pavlinek March 28
If we missed your birthday, we wish you a very Happy Birthday! Please let us know so we can
update our information.
TICKET PRICES ARE GOING UP! At our last general meeting we discussed that the time had come to increase the Raffle
Ticket Prices. Beginning with our March meeting, ticket prices will be as follows:
Raffle Table: $1.00 p/ticket or 6 tickets for $5.00
Blooming Orchids (on ticket table): $2.00 p/ticket or 3 tickets for $5.00
Raffle tickets are how we support Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society! Your contributions are appreciated.
Remember there are ways to win free tickets, see page 4 for details.
Note: An announcement appeared in the February Newsletter explaining the reasons
why the Board made the decision to increase ticket prices. Click here to review
the article on page 6.
Thank you!
Mike Vaupel, Sandi Block-Brezner, Marcy Schwartz, Pilar and Sid
Schreidell, Shirley Decker, Leo and Val Carrier, Jan Amador, Mary
Lathrop, and Debbie Brown
Thank you for volunteering and representing FGOS at the
Flamingo Gardens Garden Fest and Bonsai Show!
Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated by all!
January Meeting, Kristi Davis donate