Join Longwood Horticultural Specialty Grower Greg Griffis in exploring the fundamentals of orchid growing—from the science behind the unique roots and leaves of the orchid to how great specialty growers practice their craft.
Learn about orchid potting requirements and how to find success growing orchids at home. Get an in-depth look at three of the most common genera of orchids available—Phalaenopsis, Oncidium, and Cattleya—and receive your very own orchid to take home!
While designed for anyone from novice to expert, this class is an excellent next step for those who have taken Orchids 1. Orchids 2 will expand upon the principles learned in Orchids 1.
Location
Visitor Center Auditorium and Orchid House
Instructor
Greg Griffis
Griffis was hired as the orchid grower at Longwood Gardens at the beginning of 2015. He purchased his first orchid from the 2010 Longwood Orchid Show, and he quickly was hooked. Greg’s professional experience includes working as a grower and manager at Parkside Orchid Nursery in Pennsylvania and as an orchid grower at Hilo Orchid Farm in Hawaii.
