This meeting is ON LINE again via Zoom.
If you are a member in good standing you'll receive the link and password.
If you are not yet a member, you can request a guest invitation.
DR. LAWRENCE ZETTLER
"ORCHID CONSERVATION"
Dr. Zettler is a professor of biology at Illinois College and a research associate at the Chicago Botanical Garden. "Throughout the world, roughly one half of all orchid species are now considered vulnerable to extinction this century. This talk will explain what makes these remarkable plants unique, why they are so vulnerable, and what is being done to conserve some of the rarest species of orchids in the world (e.g., the enigmatic Ghost Orchid of Florida and Cuba)."
Next meeting:
January 12
Learn about growing orchids in your own home!
ABOUT US
The Manhattan Orchid Society, Inc. aims to promote knowledge of and cultivation of orchids. We specialize in the needs and interests of home growers and hobbyists.
Every month, members show off their flowering plants in our Zoom meeting and our Google Group. You might see a lot of orchids that are new to you!
MOS is an Affiliated Society of the
As the COVID-19 crisis continues, our hearts go out
to everyone whose health and/or family has been
affected in any way.
We hope everyone stays safe to protect themselves and those around them.
Take joy where you can -- enjoy your orchids!
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Next meetings:
January 12
February 9
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(To join, to renew your annual membership, or to make a donation)
If you are not yet a member, you can try before you buy!
You may attend a meeting to see what it"s like, even before you join.
Membership costs:
$30 per year for single membership
$35 per year for family
Why join a local orchid society?
Learning from fellow hobbyists with similar interests and growing conditions is the best way to achieve success! Our members are happy to share their tips and expertise. We grow on windows, under lights, in greenhouses and gardens, here in New York City!
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