Miniatures from Andy's Orchids - pic heavy

[calvin_orchidL]

Originally Posted by Marty

I shipped to Detroit and drove it across myself. Told the customs I had a couple of miniature orchids with no soil. They wavem me through - I was a happy camper

They fedexed it to me overnight and held it at depot...it was well packed and they put 2 heating packs, came in nice and toasty.

That's great to hear. Did you get them sent to a PO box? I'm considering doing the same thing at the Buffalo border, but I feel like the customs people are variable ie some will let you go and some won't. Good to hear you weren't hassled at all.

[greenbean]

Originally Posted by calvin_orchidL

That's great to hear. Did you get them sent to a PO box? I'm considering doing the same thing at the Buffalo border, but I feel like the customs people are variable ie some will let you go and some won't. Good to hear you weren't hassled at all.

It's been my experience that going from the U.S. to Canada is fairly easy and hassle-free. Going the other way is the problem.

Great haul Marty! I'd be in debt if I frequented sites like Andy's.

I may be a little prejudiced in this, but the Goodyera is my favorite. We have a native species in Washington, and unlike orchids grown for their flowers, these hardy jewels can give most of the tropical jewels a run for their money! I love having my own little patches of wild jewels just outside my door!

[calvin_orchidL]

Amazing...the plants look like they've been in there for all their lives! Those tanks look awesome and I too am curious whether you made/bought them.

Originally Posted by greenbean

It's been my experience that going from the U.S. to Canada is fairly easy and hassle-free. Going the other way is the problem.

That is definitely good to know. Anyone know how to go about getting a PO box that won't freeze over while I drive my way across the border?