About
The Desert Valley Orchid Society (DVOS) exists as a group where orchid lovers can meet to share experiences, tips, and guidance about growing orchids. We are in the Phoenix, Arizona. Come join us.
Our Google Event Calendar
Join our Facebook Group for discussions here.
Meetings
We meet most months on the 3rd Thursday at:
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 3641 N. 56th St., Phoenix, AZ 85018, on the NE corner of 56th St. and Indian School Rd.
6:00 PM to 6:45pm New Member welcome Q&A & Social
6:45 -8:30 PM for guest speaker, blooming orchids and orchid raffle.
Check the Speakers list below.
Visitors are always welcome.Our meetings are a lot of fun. We talk about how to grow plants, and have Q&A. We have a great plant table where members display their blooming plants. Plus, we also have a raffle where you can pick up some plants to take home. Many of our speakers bring plants to sell. Speakers are a wealth of experience and information. Please come join us!
Speakers
2023 Events:
June 15: How to Grow Orchids in your Home by Kaye Erwin
July 20: Ice Cream Social and Orchid Trivia
August 17: How to Divide an Orchid & Repot
September 21: AOS OUTREACH Judging (2-6pm) (Escalante Center, Tempe)
September 21: Ramon de los Santos (Escalante Center, Tempe)
Topic Native Orchids Of the Philippines
October 19: Marc Hachedourian
November Sale & Auction, Date TBD
December Holiday party, Date TBD
2024 Events:
January 18: Bill Bodei Culture of different general and shopping tips
February 15: Carol Klonowski, Orchid Society of California
Like and follow us on Facebook:
facebook.com/DesertValleyOrchidSociety/
Fill out our Digital Membership form or the printable form here.
Shows and Special Events - Free
Our AOS judged ORCHID SHOW was April 1-2, 2023 at
Berridge Nurseries
4647 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85018
Saturday 9AM-5PM
AOS Judging on Saturday at 10am
Sunday 10AM-4PM
Stay Tuned for 2024 Show Information
Tips For Beginners
If you are having difficulties with pests (mealy bug, aphids, scale or mites) on your plants try this homemade solution:
In one gallon of water mix: 1 pint of Isoprophy alcohol + 1 pint of Formula 409 + a few drops of dish soap. Mix and spray.
For more information about the Desert Valley Orchid Society - email DesertValleyOrchid@gmail.com