Learn how to care for your orchid and get blooms year after year from Hillwood's expert horticulture team.

This virtual class focuses on several of the most commonly available orchids including the Phalaenopsis, or moth orchid, and the classic Cattleya, or corsage orchid. You'll learn all the basics of orchid culture including providing the proper light, water, temperature, fertilizer, and potting media. Troubleshooting tips such as basic care for common pests and techniques to encourage blooms will also be featured.

CONNECTING WITH ZOOM

This virtual program is presented live via Zoom. Participants can submit questions via the chat feature. Registered users will be emailed a link to join this Zoom program. To get started, please download Zoom on your chosen device and explore the Frequently Asked Questions. This program will be recorded.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Andrew Bedenbaugh (he/him) is Hillwood’s orchid and tropical specialist. He joined Hillwood in 2016 and is responsible for the greenhouses, orchid volunteers, and orchid collection. Andrew has worked professionally in the horticulture and agriculture industry for over twenty years in a variety of positions, including garden center sales and greenhouse growing, along with landscape management and design. Andrew graduated from Northern Virginia Community College in 2009 in horticulture technology and has a degree in landscape design specialization. Andrew has been an active member in the American Orchid Society AOS) and National Capital Orchid Society (NCOS) since 2004.