Introduction
Pinelands Orchid Society was formed in the 1980s by a group of hobbyists as a way of sharing information and learning about growing orchids. Today, 75 members with varying levels of orchid experience continue that tradition. Our members grow their orchids in greenhouses, under lights, and on windowsills. Some members have hundreds of plants, and others only a few.
Pinelands sponsors monthly meetings which feature an informative speaker, a library available to all members, refreshments, a plant raffle, and a wonderful show table of members' plants. Pinelands participates in several orchid shows each year in the Philadelphia / New Jersey region. Many members also exhibit plants in the Philadelphia Flower Show. We have members who speak at other societies and garden clubs. Pinelands is an American Orchid Society affiliated society.
Annual activities include:
- Holiday extravaganza in December
- Plant auction in May
- Awards evening in June
We invite all orchid growers to join us as we explore the world of orchids. Please enjoy the meetings, come out to the shows, and let us know what you're growing!
2011-2012 Meetings
Most meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of each month from September through June.
- Tue 6 Sep 2011 - The Genus Miltoniopsis, David Rosenfeld, 7:30 PM
- Tue 4 Oct 2011 - Overview of Orchid Propagation: Flower to Plant, Karen Zolnay, Hawk Haven Orchids, 7:30 PM
- Tue 1 Nov 2011 - Roots -- It's All About the Roots!, Tom Purvience, Parkside Orchids, 7:30 PM
- Tue 6 Dec 2011 - Annual Holiday Dinner, 7:30 PM
- Tue 3 Jan 2012 - Orchid Water Quality and Fertilizer, John DeGood, 7:30 PM
- Tue 7 Feb 2012 - Staking and Grooming to Prepare for Show Season, Bayard Saraduke, 7:30 PM
- Tue 6 Mar 2012 - Repotting Phalaenopsis, Valerie Oldham, 7:30 PM
- Tue 3 Apr 2012 - A Survey of Lighting Options for the Home Orchid Grower, Steve Lolnay, Hawk Haven Orchids, 7:30 PM
- Tue 1 May 2012 - Annual Plant Auction, 7:30 PM
- Tue 5 Jun 2012 - Annual Awards Evening: Hoagie and Ice Cream Party and Show Table Points Results, 7:30 PM
- No meeting in July or August
2011-2012 Area Events
- Sat 24 Sep 2011 - 23rd Annual Delaware Valley Orchid Council Speakers' Forum, Wyndham Hotel, Mt. Laurel, NJ; register by August 19th for the Special Raffle!
- Sat 1 Oct 2011 - Deep Cut Orchid Society Annual Orchid Auction, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Mon 23 Jan - The 9 Feb - Enchanting Orchids, exhibit at the PHS McLean Library, 20th & Arch St, Philadelphia
- Sat 1 Oct 2011 - Deep Cut Orchid Society Annual Orchid Auction, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Thu 9 through Sun 12 Feb 2012 - 15th Annual Deep Cut Orchid Society Annual Show, Holmdel, NJ
- Sun 4 Mar through Sun 11 Mar 2012 - 183rd Annual Philadelphia Flower Show, Philadelphia Convention Center
- Fri 23 Mar through Sun 25 Mar 2012 - International Orchid Show and Sale sponsored by SEPOS, Longwood Gardens, US Rt 1, Kennett Square, PA.
Directions to Meeting Location
- Location
- Medford Leas Auditorium
One Medford Leas Way
Medford, New Jersey 08055 - Directions
- From I-295: Take Exit 34A (Route 70 East toward Marlton). Travel East approximately 9 miles. Just after the junction of Routes 70 and 541 (Medford-Mount Holly Road) and the "Indian Chief" on Route 70, take the next "jughandle" turn (Medford Leas Drive). After entering the property, turn right at the fork onto Woolman Haddon Way. Follow this road which will end at a parking lot behind the Community Center. Enter through the back door of the building and take the elevator up to the Main Floor. After exiting the elevator, turn right a short way to the auditorium.
- Maps
- Interactive MapQuest map
Printable Road Map and Directions
Printable Detail Map of Medford Leas Campus