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Originally Posted by Roberta
Definitely look at the vendor reviews for the online sellers. In southern California, not a lot in Orange County - land too expensive, But watch for open houses at Andy's Orchids and Sunset Valley Orchids. (Both also sell online, but it's so much fun to browse the nurseries!) Going north, Cal Orchid will be having Open House next weekend in Santa Barbara. (Santa Barbara Orchid Estate is only selling online lately, alas)
What types of orchids are you looking for?
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Thank you so much for the recommendations. As for what kind of orchids I'm looking for, for the most part I like to browse, and I know what I like when I see it. Orchids that I am specifically looking for at any given time, might be because I could only find seeds or flasks (not prepared to try those), or not at all, like the Ghost Orchid (I realize that may be for the best as I am not yet expert). Or else I am searching for a less expensive stage of a pricey one that I like.
So a few I am looking for, for which I could only find seeds, could be gradually from amongst these... (sorry I don't know their real or scientific names)
Dove Orchid, Swaddled Baby Orchid, Black Dracula Orchid, Tiger Shall, Ballerina Dancer Orchid, Naked Man Orchid, amongst others.
A main issue is this. I hope to have a balance when I buy. I don't wish to spend a lot on a pricey plant because it's about to bloom, but on the other hand, at this point I do not want to wait a couple few years for bloom. I would try flasks in the future when I have experience...
Again, thanks for the recommendations. And I would appreciate any further guidance.
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