As most of you know, I am a bonafide Orchid Nut! There is no doubt about that.
Has anyone ever bought orchids by the box??? We this nut just did!!
The box measured 9" deep by 18" by 30". And inside were six plants each from six of this company's newest crosses!
Why did I do this? This is a special offer that they have for growers interested in capturing AOS awards!! Duh, that's me! About two thirds or maybe a few more arrived in bud. I am so hoping that there might be 5 or 6 awards in here. Maybe this year or next, we will have to see.
The price was fantastic! $500 including shipping and packing!!!
Here are a few images.
I ordered all thirty six from the vinicolor Maudiae coloratum complex. Many of my images from my postings have been from this group. My plant of Paphiopedilum Mystically Contrasting 'Jack's Pride' HCC/AOS is in that group. I paid $30 for that plant. Worth it to me. But that cross was made by the same vendor that I purchased these plants from. The BIG difference is that these new arrivals are less than $14 each, no tax and no shipping!
I of course will keep you updated through my other threads.