Persons who complete the course will receive their own orchid. The course will include instruction on basic orchid care, plant selection, preparation and maintenance, pest and disease control, and special requirements. A brief overview of helpful resources and guides will also be presented. Instructor for the course will be Phillip J. Lane, member of the American Orchid Society and certified master gardener. Lane said many people are under the mistaken impression that orchids are intimidating and difficult to grow.
Orchids are really a pleasure to grow and maintain here in Laredo.
If you can grow houseplants, you can grow orchids. Lane said orchids were once considered an expensive interest, but have become more accessible and affordable in recent years. Orchids today are within the reach of all. One of the oldest and best organized of plant hobbies, orchid culture now enjoys worldwide popularity. Lane noted that the orchid family is the largest plant family, occupying almost all conceivable environments.