Exquisite orchids are blooming

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - Whether you have a "green thumb" or just enjoy beautiful blooms, you'll enjoy a free orchid show at Frederik Meijer Gardens January 26 and 27. 

The Grand Room of Frederik Meijer Gardnes will be filled with hundreds of lush flowers and you can shop for the best selection and find the perfect orchids for your home.  Members of the Grand Valley Orchid Society will also be on hand to answer questions and to point our some of the most unique orchids.

The event isn't just for adults.  There will be fun children's activities including an orchid hunt and art stations on both days from 1-4pm.  The show takes place on Saturday, January 26 and Sunday, January 27.  Guests can view displays from Noon-5pm on Saturday and 11am-5pm on Sunday.  Flowers can be purchased from 9am-5pm on Saturday and 11am-5pm on Sunday.

Grand Valley Orchid Society Talks:

January 26
Noon     The Best Orchid for Beginners
1pm    Tips and Tricks for Growing Orchids
2pm    Orchid Repotting Demonstrations
3pm    The Most Common Orchid Pests and Hot to Control Them

January 27
1pm    The Best Orchid for Beginners
2pm    Tips and Tricks for Growing Orchids
3pm    Orchid Repotting Demonstrations

For more information eightWest encourages you to visit www.meijergardens.org.