Welcome to LBAOS!
The More Than Friendly Society Established in 1955
Long Beach Amateur Orchid Society is a non-profit organization formed to promote appreciation of orchids and to provide a source of information, education, and support for all orchid enthusiasts, whether they are novices or experts. Come and join us at our monthly meetings and meet members that range from dedicated growers with hundreds of orchids to beginners who just want to keep a few plants alive. Hear informative speakers and see demonstrations designed for orchid growers of all levels.
Upcoming Meeting Info
October 13, 2025 (7pm)
Peter Lin: ‘Brassavola Species and Their Hybrds’
Peter Lin started growing orchids over 40 years ago. Then he stopped due to school and starting a career. It wasn't until about 20 years ago that the orchid "bug" came back, and he is now heavily involved once again. Due to limited growing space, Peter likes to specialize in miniature orchids – both species and hybrids and he has received numerous AOS awards. He is a hybridizer of mini Cattleyas and mini Vandas, and his other orchid interests include Dendrobiums, Angraecoids, and Neofinetias. He is also known as "Mr. Sophronitis", as he has a passion for growing and collecting orchids from this genus. He maintains thousands of orchids at his home in Southern California in three small greenhouses, as well as an off-site greenhouse.
Peter is an accredited judge with the AOS and a Past President of Orchid Digest. He frequently gives talks at various orchid societies, and he has written articles for Orchid Digest magazine, as well as for AOS’s Orchids magazine. He enjoys meeting with other orchid enthusiasts, and he can often be found at various orchid shows and societies around the country. As an avid orchid hobbyist, hybridizer, and judge, he maintains the website Diamond Orchids, https://www.diamondorchids.com/, which includes a catalog of plants he has available for purchase, as well as more information about his hybrids, awards, and talks.
Peter will present Brassavola Species and Their Hybrids. Brassavolas are quite charming and seem to have their own popularity. Learn about the many different species and their hybrids within the Cattleya Alliance. This fastpaced presentation will include many pictures, along with cultural tips.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89193084602
Meeting ID: 891 9308 4602
Plant Judging
There will be plant judging, so please bring your plants no later than 6:45 p.m. if you want to participate.
All members are encouraged to showcase their blooms and plants. Please use “Plant Judging” forms provided towards the end of the newsletter.
Plant submissions for judging must be turned in no later than 6:45 p.m. with neat
and completed information on the plant judging form.
Winning plants will proudly display a First, Second, or Third place ribbon. The monthly
presenter will select an additional plant that will receive the Cultural Award.
Silent Auction
We will have a Silent Auction. Bring cash, checks, or Zelle to pay for plants.
Come and Join Us!
St Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 East Willow Street, Long Beach