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
August 10, 2026 (7pm)
Eron Borne: Orchid Viruses
Professionally, Eron is a pilot, but he is also a very diverse orchid grower and hobby breeder. He received his first orchid (a Cattleya) as a gift from his dad in 2002 and first started growing them hanging outside, on windowsills, and then under lights. His orchid collection really took off in 2008 after he built a greenhouse and now has about 1,000 orchids. He specializes in Phragmipediums and blue Cattleyas and has even done his own hybridizing with them. His most recent passion are the Vandas! Eron has won many show trophies for best grown plants and best flowers and has won the coveted Best Grown Plant and Best Flower in Show multiple times with his orchids.
Eron’s presentation is on the dreaded orchid viruses. He has done extensive orchid virus testing over the past 15 years both on his own, and using professional services. He has researched the subject extensively and compiled the PowerPoint presentation showing many symptoms and confirmed virus pictures. He eventually tested over 200 plants in his collection using professional ELISA testing services, home test kits, and also indicator plants.
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