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Your First Orchid...Now What?

Presented by Rutgers Master Gardeners

2026-04-07 18:00:00 2026-04-07 19:00:00 America/New_York Your First Orchid...Now What? The orchid family is the largest flowering plant family on earth with about 28,000 species. It is also one of the oldest plant families – developing about 100-125 million years ago. Hillsborough branch - Program Room B

Tuesday, April 07
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-07 18:00:00 2026-04-07 19:00:00 America/New_York Your First Orchid...Now What? The orchid family is the largest flowering plant family on earth with about 28,000 species. It is also one of the oldest plant families – developing about 100-125 million years ago. Hillsborough branch - Program Room B

Hillsborough branch

Program Room B

The orchid family is the largest flowering plant family on earth with about 28,000 species. It is also one of the oldest plant families – developing about 100-125 million years ago.

In this program, we will learn interesting facts about orchids, pollination and the breadth of orchid varieties.

See stunning photos of over 30 different orchids, followed by practical information on how to take care of your new orchid, which includes potting with proper soil, watering and fertilization.

Learn about the best place for an orchid in your home.

Presenter: A certified American orchid society judge from Rutgers Master Gardeners will be presenting this program. 

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Life Skills & How-to | Crafts & Hobbies |

TAGS: | #EarthDAY |

Hillsborough branch
hillsborough@sclibnj.org
Phone: 908-458-8420
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