By Shelby Brooks
A spectacular display of colourful and sweet scented orchids is set to impress Berwick later this month.
The Berwick Orchid Club Spring Show, to be held 24-25 September at the Berwick Senior Citizens Hall, will feature a competition between hundreds of the popular blooming plants.
Berwick Orchid Club president Murray Harding said the event was not just a great opportunity for people to view the best quality orchids in the state.
“It’s also a great opportunity to get firsthand information on how to grow orchids,” he said.
“Most importantly, the people who grow the orchids that are on show will be there and you’ve only got to ask ‘how do you grow that?’ and someone will be there that can answer the question.
The orchid club has been operating since 1986 and has more than 70 members.
This is the first show event since Covid-19 and is expected to draw many people to the display.
“Everybody has a connection to orchids- you might have gotten one from the supermarket or for Mother’s Day. Everyone always has a story or interest in orchids,” Mr Harding said.
“This year looks like it will be spectacular for flowers.
“Weather is vital for how well the orchids do. Summer lasted until May this year and it’s had a flow on affect.”
Along with the competition, the show also hosts an orchid plant and accessories sale and demonstrations.
The show is open from 9am to 4pm on Saturday and Sunday 24-25 September.
Head to Berwick Orchid Club Inc on Facebook for more information.
