"I have been asked to relate some of the history and tell how I grew Lycaste Golden Emperor 'Hoosier' chosen to be Grand Champion of New York International Orchid Show..."

You'll be amazed at how attractive a small group of orchids can look and the satisfaction that building a display will provide!...

Show preparation and display building by Bill Mather

While the quality of the flowers in your exhibit weighs heavily with the judges, their decision is also influenced by seemingly trivial factors, such as cleanliness of the plant's foliage and its container, freedom from insect pests such as scale and aphids, and the manner in which the inflorescences are staked...

In order to achieve the very best, an exhibitor must choose healthy stock, grow it well, care for the developing flowers and transport all safely to the show. Lets get prepared to do as good a job!...

Usually, the ribbon judging groupings are done by colour....

One of the best ways to learn about orchids is to volunteer as a clerk for judging...

To get the best display, the following notes outline some of the ways in which you can optimise the results...

The following suggestions should assist you in "getting the most out of our show"...

You should begin preparing an orchid for exhibition before the blooms are actually open....

Here are a few tips to help you make your flower pictures knockouts....