The power of five!
This week we are well into the Games of the XXXI Olympiad or 2016 Olympics from Rio. The Olympics are well represented by its Flag featuring the five Olympic rings. Five “Golden Rings” are featured in the Christmas song “Twelve Days of Christmas“‘ we have five senses; and we are now only five weeks away to our very own “Orchid Show and Sales Extravaganza.”
This week we will focus on the Sarcochilus. Most Sarcochilus (pronounced Sar-co-kyle-us) orchids are native to Australia; with only one species being found overseas. The most widely grown species (Sarcochilus hartmannii, S. fitzgeraldii and S. ceciliae) grow on rocks in the areas of New South Wales or Queensland. However all three of these species grow happily in pots in Melbourne shade houses. For more information see our special Sarcochilus page.
sarcochilus “red the globe”
Expect to see many examples of Sarcochilus orchids at our upcoming event. This is why we open our doors, show off our award-winning plants and help solve your most vexing questions about orchids, their culture and celebrate the fascinating world of the Orchid genus at our splendid “Orchid Show and Sales Extravaganza”.
Below is your special advance notice and invitation to our two-day event.
What: Southern Suburbs Orchid Society, Inc. Spring Show & Sales
Where: N.G. Wishart Senior Citizens Hall, 964 Nepean Highway, Moorabbin
When: Saturday 17th September, 2016 10.00am-4.00pm &
Sunday 18th September 10.00am-4.00pm
Admission: $3.00
- We will have a range of Australian and exotic Orchids on display.
- Flowering Orchids and growing accessories will be for sale.
- Refreshments available: Morning & afternoon tea and lunch items available.
So, don’t be late – ‘Save the Date’.
“High Five” – Enjoy our countdown 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, … There’s much more to explore!
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