Orchid Festival
Twenty percent of all identified plant species are in the orchid family, which produces some of the most beautiful flowers in the world. The vast majority of orchid species are found in the tropics. However, there are many growing in Shangri La's Epiphyte House and a few that grow wild in our natural areas.
Because Lutcher Stark was so appreciative of orchids, Shangri La will host a Orchid Festival on October 10, 2009. Orchids will be on display October 10 through October 17.
Enlisting the support of regional orchid societies, this festival highlights the beauty and variety of orchids, both native and non-native.
Shangri La’s exhibition greenhouses will be used to showcase orchids from all sources.
Shangri La will also provide speakers and other presenters to enlighten the public on the orchid family.
All events are free for Shangri La members and included in the general admission fee for non-members.
October 10, 2009
10 a.m. - Growing Orchids in the Gulf Coast Area by Jim Butler, accredited judge with the American Orchid Society. Butler will give his expert advice on how to successfully grow orchids in our area. Held in the Discovery Theater: seating is first-come, first-served.
October 10, 2009
1 p.m. - Orchid Jewels of East Texas by authors Joe Liggio and Ann Orto Liggio. Learn about native orchids growing in East Texas. Following the presentation, the authors will sign copies of their book, Wild Orchids of Texas in the Garden Store. Books will be available for purchase at the event. The presentation will be held in the Discovery Theater: seating is first-come, first served.
October 13 - October 17 (Held Daily)
10 a.m. and 2 p.m. - Guided tours of the Exhibition Greenhouses. Learn all about orchids with Shangri La Epiphyte Specialist, Jennifer Buckner Meet in the Children's Garden.
Orchid Festival handbill.