June 2025 Newsletter

I hope everyone enjoyed Nick Rust’s fantastic program on the vast and ever changing realm of artificial lighting for orchid growing, a topic we will certainly revisit. 

Our June speaker is Mark Reinke of Marble Branch Farms, a longtime friend of WNCOS. Mark is an expert grower and breeder of Cattleyas, along with many other orchid genera. Mark will present “A Baker’s Dozen,” featuring 13 species of Cattleyas. This program will offer something for all, from novice grower to expert, including a wealth of culture advice. And topping it off, Mark will bring a sampling of his exceptional orchids for both sale and the raffle table. Please visit marblebranchfarms.com where you can learn more about Mark, shop, and pre-order. Mark is offering a 15% discount on all pre-orders. If you plan to pre-order, read this carefully.  Once you know what you want, send Mark an email at mbfmark@yahoo.com with your order. Do not use the 'cart' on the website or it will add shipping. You do not have to pay in advance, you can pay him at the meeting.

Our Show-and-Tell tables have been outstanding, please keep it up! Bring you best bloomers to our next meeting on Sunday, June 8th, at the Ivy Building, 9 Genevieve Circle. The meeting starts at 2:00, but come early for shopping and orchid camaraderie.