Welcome to the Virginia Orchid Society!
The Virginia Orchid Society, founded in 1952, is one of the oldest orchid societies in Virginia and an affiliate of the American Orchid Society.
Our primary focus is on the enjoyment of orchids and the advancement of our knowledge of orchids. We achieve these goals in a number of ways:
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- Monthly newsletters reporting the activities of the society;
- Website with current events and interesting links;
- Educational workshops, mini-seminars and symposiums;
- Tours of members’ and vendors’ greenhouses;
- Judged orchid shows with vendor sales; and
- Picnics and social events to enhance our friendships.
VOS Meeting Information
VOS typically holds monthly meetings at 2:00 pm on the third Sunday of the month from September through November and January through May. The December meeting is usually held on the first Sunday of the month.
Meeting dates and any schedule changes are confirmed in our latest online newsletter, which members receive regularly.
Joining the society is the best way to stay up to date on meeting times, special events, and announcements throughout the year! Contact us for more information or fill out our Membership Form to join!
Virginia Orchid Society Speakers
March 15, 2026 – Beth Davis of Waldor Orchids “Orchids are different but not difficult“
April 19, 2026 – Graham Ramsey TBA
May 17, 2026 – Martin Motes of Motes Orchids “Temperature tolerant Vanda hybrids “
September 20, 2026 – Kim Fedderson “Growing Orchids from Flask”
October 18, 2026 – AOS Judging Outreach (Bring your best groomed plants for judging)
November 8, 2026 – ( note the different Sunday of the month) – Chris Satch of NY BG “Plant Physiology: how to bloom and grow them”
December 13, 2026 – Holiday Party at Deep Run Community Center
THANK YOU to everyone who contributed to our 2026 show, Symphony of Orchids!
