‘An Orchid Extravaganza at Robinsons Magnolia’ runs until tomorrow, March 30, 2025!
The orchid family is the largest group of flowering plants and boasts some of the most spectacular and showy blooms in the world. Their beauty has captivated people since prehistoric times. There is a certain je ne sais quoi—a French phrase for something indescribable—about these plants that has “lured” them to their demise. Oh wait, not people, silly—the orchids.
Orchids evoke a sense of rarity and exoticism. Known to originate from faraway tropical jungles and misty forests, they often carry mesmerizing stories, making them truly special. Fortunately, thanks to the efforts of orchid breeders, they have been extensively propagated and are now widely available for us to enjoy.
They come in a dazzling array of colors and sizes. You may acquire the show-stopping Cattleya or the elegantly flowering Phalaenopsis—both breathtaking blooms that make a lasting impression. A truly special gift, an orchid is something your loved one will remember for years. They are also easy to care for and can rebloom with proper maintenance.
Unfortunately, many people are lured into buying orchids, only to unintentionally kill them—repeating the cycle again and again. Countless orchid plants have perished simply because their owners don’t know how to properly care for them.
To break this deadly cycle, the Philippine Orchid Society is hosting An Orchid Extravaganza at Robinsons Magnolia—a 10-day orchid show running until March 30, 2025. The event showcases various orchid hybrids and species and features a series of lectures on orchid care. These talks aim to “rehabilitate” serial orchid killers (and prevent future ones) by improving their understanding of orchid cultivation and reducing the chances of their next orchid meeting an untimely end.
This is a much better alternative than sending orchid killers to jail.
The event also includes several commercial booths offering orchids, ornamental plants, and gardening supplies.
For more details, follow the Philippine Orchid Society's official Facebook page.
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