Growing Orchids in South Florida

[Lupe]

I live in the Pembroke Pines area of South Florida and am new to orchid growing. Right now I have some under a tree but would love to build a structure of some type on side of house that faces South. Would love to see some pics to get ideas. Is South side OK? I can't build it myself so I would have to find someone that does that. Any input would help! Thx!

[tucker85]

My grow area is on the south side of my house in Ft. Lauderdale. It's good for protecting the orchids from cold fronts that blow in from the northwest. There is a gentleman in Ft. Lauderdale who builds shade houses for people. He gave a presentation at the Ft. Lauderdale Orchid Society meeting a couple of years ago. I don't remember who he is but you may be able to do a little research and find out. Maybe call Tom at Broward Orchid Supply in Hollywood and see if he knows. Good luck.

[Lupe]

Thank you so much for the quick reply. I will definitely try to find this gentleman. Do you have pics of your orchid growing area?

[NYCorchidman]

oh, you lucky people live in a paradise! so jealous!