Sundays, May 3, 17, and 31, 2026 | 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Orchids are often perceived as difficult, but they are actually quite resilient once you understand their basic needs. In this 3-session series, Melana Davison, an American Orchid Society Accredited Judge and nursery grower, shares her expert knowledge in a way that is accessible for everyone from beginners to seasoned hobbyists. You will learn about the most popular varieties and how to help them thrive in our unique South Florida environment. By mastering the five essentials of orchid care (light, water, air, food, and medium), you will gain the skills needed to keep your plants healthy and blooming year after year.

The classes also cover the practical side of orchid health, including how to identify and prevent common pests or diseases. The experience culminates in a hands-on clinic where you will learn the techniques of repotting and mounting your plants. To ensure you can practice what you learn, your fee includes two free orchids to take home: one to repot and one to mount. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn from a renowned speaker and gain the confidence to grow beautiful orchids in your own home, regardless of your previous experience.

Instructor bio: Melana Davison is an Accredited American Orchid Society Judge and along with her husband, is the owner of an orchid nursery, Jim-N-I Orchids in Homestead. She also owns an orchid maintenance business, The Orchidiva, servicing and curating orchid collections, large and small, in Miami-Dade and other areas of South Florida. She also lectures on Orchid culture to orchid societies and garden clubs across many states.

Melana has been the President of the Orchid Society of Coral Gables for the past twelve years, recently stepping down to be Vice-President. She also chairs the Orchid Show at the annual Fairchild Orchid Festival, coordinating displays, talks, and judging throughout the event.

Jim-N-I Orchids

This ticket includes access to all sessions in this series as listed above. Tickets are nonrefundable. This class runs rain or shine.