The Brevard County Orchid Society is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization established to develop and preserve the cultivation of orchid species and hybridization of orchids; collect information relating to growing and developing orchids; disseminate information concerning the culture, hybridization, or development of orchids through meetings, exhibitions, lectures, or publications; to provide awards for excellence in the development or culture of orchids; increase public interest in the growing of orchids; and generally, provide education to extend the knowledge, production, use and appreciation of orchids

We are dedicated to the Preservation and Study of all orchid species and hybrids. We meet the second Monday of each month. New members are always welcome to attend our meeting. Be prepared to learn new things.

We invite you to attend our next meeting as a guest. Here are a few of the benefits of membership:

• Monthly meetings with expert speakers, Q&A panels, and how-to information on orchid culture, growing, pests, and more.
• Show and Tell - bring your blooming orchid to display on the plant table and enjoy viewing and learning about a variety of hybrids and species each month.
• Monthly newsletter with growing tips and event information.
• Opportunities throughout the year to sell or trade your orchids.
• Guest speakers offering their orchids for sale at meetings.
• Fun and informative networking and interaction with other orchid hobbyists and growers.
• Monthly orchid raffle table.
• Annual Spring member picnic.
• Annual Member Christmas Social.
• $20 Individual Membership / $10 for Spouse of member / $2 for each Junior Member (under 16 years old)

Next meeting of the BCOS is on Monday, March 9^th at 07:00 P.M at the Space Coast Association of Realtors, 2950 Pineda Plaza Way, Palm Shores, FL 32940.

The presentation for the March meeting will be:

ORCHID REPOTTING

Presented by Joe Bryson, our previous BCOS President and Dave Riches our current BCOS Treasurer. They will discuss where to begin and where to find help. They will demonstrate the process of repotting different varieties of orchids.

You will discover how to determine when your orchids need a new home, as well as learning the proper tools and techniques to minimize the stress to your orchids, insuring a successful repotting experience.

Be sure to mark your calendar.

Contact Us At brevardcountyorchidsociety@gmail.com