Orchids in the Desert

Orchids in the Desert My adventures in growing orchids in the southern California desert area of Palm Springs.

04/06/2023

My very young Phal Philippensis. First time blooming, so pretty, love the leaves on this guy!

Probably a new favorite, definitely top 5!
03/25/2023

Probably a new favorite, definitely top 5!

Mini cattleya has finally bloomed! First time bloomer.
09/04/2022

Mini cattleya has finally bloomed! First time bloomer.

Shelob Tolkien is just about ready, I can't wait to see these blooms!!
03/05/2022

Shelob Tolkien is just about ready, I can't wait to see these blooms!!

Both my little stars and Tuckerara Hilo Adventure are back in bloom. The fragrance at night is delectable. If you like s...
02/19/2022

Both my little stars and Tuckerara Hilo Adventure are back in bloom. The fragrance at night is delectable. If you like stargazer lilies, these two! Omg!!!

Growing orchids up in the high desert about an hour from me. Mostly Phals, so won't be too dangerous for the pocket book...
02/05/2022

Growing orchids up in the high desert about an hour from me. Mostly Phals, so won't be too dangerous for the pocket book! Had a tour of the green houses and found a few new additions to the collection.

I don't think I ever shared the finished(mostly) orchid room project. If you remember I used to have just 2 workbenches ...
02/02/2022

I don't think I ever shared the finished(mostly) orchid room project. If you remember I used to have just 2 workbenches for my orchids. I upgraded to the garage type heavy-duty storage shelves. My favorite feature is the pullout shelves so I can reach the ones in the way back. I still need a few more of the pullouts to complete the project. It was worth it, but I do not want to do it again!!!

For my dad, the Miltassia Shelob Tolkien is in spike! First time spiking, can't wait to see the blooms. Another month at...
01/26/2022

For my dad, the Miltassia Shelob Tolkien is in spike! First time spiking, can't wait to see the blooms. Another month at least till bloom.

What a difference a week makes. Very fragrant, like roses.
01/08/2022

What a difference a week makes. Very fragrant, like roses.

My no-id Trader Joe's miltonia hybrid is finally starting to bloom. I am honestly surprised it has made it this far. Mil...
01/01/2022

My no-id Trader Joe's miltonia hybrid is finally starting to bloom. I am honestly surprised it has made it this far. Miltonia are not fans of hot climates so I was cautiously optimistic when I got a new growth last year. The plant is not the prettiest, but this bloom should make up for that. Fingers crossed!

Another of my SVO open house orchids has bloomed. Everyone meet Clowesia Grace Dunn 'live oak' x Catasetum schunkei 'SVO...
12/24/2021

Another of my SVO open house orchids has bloomed. Everyone meet Clowesia Grace Dunn 'live oak' x Catasetum schunkei 'SVO'. ( The "x" means crossed with). Not very showy as far as color but I love the flower shape and the frilly lip. Light floral scent. First time bloomer.

Then & Now!Then: Dec 4, home from Sunset valley Orchids open house.Now: 🥰🥰🥰🥰
12/23/2021

Then & Now!
Then: Dec 4, home from Sunset valley Orchids open house.
Now: 🥰🥰🥰🥰

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