The VAOS Growers Clinic, held the 2nd Wednesday of each month, continues to draw a growing number of beginner growers and guests. Hosted by Jim Thomas with support from Carol Wood and Richard Amos, this working session is structured to cover the basics of orchid culture, repotting, pests and diseases, specific types of orchids and other topics of interest to hobby growers.
Last month’s clinic focused on orchid pests and diseases – identification, prevention and treatment. Seventeen members and five guests joined us for a slide presentation and open discussion on this topic. This is a great venue for experienced members to share their knowledge with beginner growers and new members and participants in our Mentor program are encouraged to join us. Bring in your problem plants. Email suggestions for future topics to Jim Thomas.
The next Growers Clinic will be held at the Venice Community Center on October 10th at 7pm. This will be an open question and answer session with growing tips offered by our experienced growers. Guests are welcome.
