The 63rd Annual Hilo Orchid Society Show and Sale
ORCHIDS AVANT-GARDE takes place August 7th (9am-6pm), 8th (9am-5pm) and 9th (10am-2pm). Thousands of orchids in displays created by top notch growers and amateurs entice audiences in this three day spectacle at the Afook-Chinen Auditorium in Hilo, Hawaii.
Visitors can expect to see exotic species, beautifully grown specimen plants and the latest hybrids, many created by Big Island orchid breeders. Judging of plants will be conducted on Thursday August 6th by certified American Orchid Society judges with dozens of trophies and ribbons awarded. There will also be a preview partyThursday night.
Information about orchids and their cultivation will be offered in free mini-classes conducted by experts during the show. Orchids Avant-Garde will feature a refreshment area with a silent auction, and entertainment each afternoon. Sales areas offer orchid and plant related products plus, of course, magnificent orchids for purchase, including many you won’t find in your typical retail garden store or nursery. Purchases may be shipped to the mainland.
For more information, call (808)756-8145 or go to www.hiloorchidsociety.org.
