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Orchids 1

In-Person Horticulture and Gardening Class
cattleya orchids with white petals and a purple lip

Dates & Price

Saturday, March 11, 2023
9:00 am–12:00 pm

Fee: $69

Fee for Innovators, Gardens Preferred, and Gardens Premium Members: $62

Fee includes all-day admission to the Gardens on the day of the class.

Registrations may be cancelled up to two weeks before the event, and your registration fee, less a $30 processing fee, will be refunded.

To notify us of your cancellation, email us or call 610-388-5454.

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Orchid admirers become orchid growers after joining this comprehensive class.

Join Longwood Horticultural Specialty Grower Greg Griffis and explore the popular genera of orchids, particularly those best suited for home and greenhouse growing. Learn about orchids’ growth requirements and how their needs differ from those of other houseplants, as well as their natural habitat and plant structure. Beware—once you start growing orchids, you may not be able to stop!

Course Schedule

Saturday, March 11, 2023
9:00 am–12:00 pm

Inclement Weather Date
Sunday, March 12, 2023

Location

Longwood's Visitor Center Auditorium

Instructor

Greg Griffis

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