About Us
The Jacksonville Orchid Society was established in 1943 by a group of local enthusiasts and is a member of the American Orchid Society. Our history reflects a growing interest in orchids in the region, and today it is a society that includes members with all levels of experience, from beginners to long-time experts. The society's mission is to provide camaraderie and assistance to fellow orchid lovers.
All about Orchids
In this section, you will find a comprehensive documentation about orchids, in various media, text, photos and videos.
Whether you just got your first orchid from a big box, or you've been growing orchids for many years, don't be shy and browse this rich section.
We've made it for you.
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Starting out with your first orchid or even just a few can be a daunting task as soon as you look for advice on Google. There you’ll quickly find an almost endless number of webpages offering all types of information – both good and bad. Consider the often common advice of “Ice cubes in your orchids.” Don’t do it! Orchids are tropical plants and did not evolve to properly use ice cubes!
So, the question is who to trust? Your local orchid society should be your first stop for advice. They know what grows in their area and can help you learn to grow orchids. An additional trusted source should be the American Orchid Society (AOS at https://www.aos.org). Conveniently, the AOS offers convenient guides to frequent questions about orchid culture.
The Novice Section of the Jacksonville Orchid Society’s webpage will present a continuing selection of articles and videos’ of use for the novice orchid grower.
Membership
Membership
With a Membership, you can enjoy many benefits, among them a full spectrum of quality events and activities.
This gives all members, experienced and novice growers alike, the opportunity to learn and develop their orchid
knowledge and skills at their own pace.
An emphasis on education is present in all the events and activities of the Society.
Membership to the Jacksonville Orchid Society is open to all interested in the culture and collection of orchids.
Donation
As a nonprofit organization recognized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, we rely on the generosity of individuals and partners who believe in our mission.
Your donations help us continue providing vital programs and services that create meaningful, lasting impact in our community.
Every contribution, no matter the size, directly supports our efforts and brings us closer to our goals. Gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, and your support truly makes a difference.
A huge Thank You to our amazing sponsors!
We couldn't have gotten this far without your generous support and belief in our vision. Your contributions not only fuel our passion but also help us bring this project to life.
We’re truly grateful for your partnership and commitment. Here’s to creating something awesome together!
We can’t forget all the amazing vendors who travel from far away to be part of our shows!
They put in the miles to bring you the most stunning orchids, and their passion truly shines through in every bloom.
These talented aficionados always have something special for everyone.
Our members thoughts and inquiries are super important to us, so don’t hesitate to reach out!