South Carolina Festival of Flowers
Orchid Show

Cattleya violacea ‘Muse’ FCC/AOS

Along with the Arts & Craft Show at
Northside Middle School

Friday, June 24, 2011, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 25, 2011, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Chair: Cindy Adams

Dendrobium Super Ise ‘Split Personality’ AM/AOSVisitors at the Arts & Crafts show will behold a rare site as the South Carolina Orchid Society presents an exhibition in conjunction with the Festival of Flowers. The stage at Northside Middle School will be transformed into a tropical paradise dripping with hundreds of living orchid blooms in a naturalistic setting.

In the last 4 years, orchid plants have topped the list of best sellers among potted plants, replacing the poinsettia which had held the position for more than 30 years. With devotees like Martha Stewart, the Phalaenopsis or Moth Orchid has become the poster flower for gracious living.

DIsplay from the SCOS Columbia show in February 2008

Orchid flower forms range from beautiful, to whimsical, to downright bizarre, and live orchid flowers have fragrances to rival the most expensive perfume. In addition to their beauty, Phals are noted for long bloom time and easy care.