Ramapo Orchid Society
The Ramapo Orchid Society (ROS), Inc. is a nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to the love of growing orchids. We meet every month (except July & August) at the Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, Englewood, New Jersey.
The society is open to anyone who shares our love of orchids, so why don't you come and join a terrific bunch of people.
We are an affiliated member of the American Orchid Society (AOS) and Northeast Judging Center.
At our meetings we feature guest speakers, hands-on workshops, and an opportunity to trade growing secrets with some very experienced members. We always have a show table, and affordably priced orchids from local vendors. Special events include our yearly show, a great auction, and a fun holiday party.
Next Club Meeting
Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 7PM
Topic: The Balancing Act: Water, Fertilizer and Humidity
Speaker: Carlos J. Pastiche Lisboa
Water, nutrients and humidity are the three pillars of orchid care. Even if you are careful, getting the balance right can be tricky. Too much or too little of any one them can set your plants back.
You will learn how orchids respond to water and fertilizer over time and how humidity supports healthy growth. The tips shared come from growing indoors, but the principles apply to many growing environments.
In the workshop, you will explore how water quality varies between sources, learn how ph and total dissolved solids influence orchid health, and practice adjusting fertilizer routines based on seasonal changes in temperature and humidity.
Support our Refreshment Fund! Suggested Monthly Fee: $1.00
Coffee and refreshments will be available at our social hour
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In addition to our monthly judging, we participate in a number of orchid shows throughout the center, providing AOS judging as well as taking part in ribbon and trophy judging.
There will be an educational forum and discussion in the morning beginning at 10:30 on a wide range of topics related to orchid judging. Plants being submitted for judging should arrive no later than noon that day; actual judging of plants begins after a lunch break, generally no later than 1 PM.
The Northeast Judging Center of the American Orchid Society sponsors a monthly judging event.