Shows and Presentations

These are the events we are currently scheduled to attend in 2008 :

For shows, all orders must be paid for in advance. You can find us in the sales area for the whole weekend. When I am a speaker, I also bring plants for sale, and prepaid advance orders.

* For shows in the U.S., all prepaid advance orders will be charged in Canadian funds. For plants sold at those shows, those same prices will be in U.S. dollars. Please order at least 4 days in advance to allow for completion of paperwork.

My name is Claudio Rossi. I am an accredited AOS Judge, experienced grower and speaker, and give talks to a wide variety of Orchid Clubs and Societies. My talks are 45 to 50 minutes in duration, and include quite a few slides. I also reserve an additional 10 minutes or so, for questions at the end of the presentations. Some topics which are currently available for presentation to your societies are :

Rupicolous Laelias
A talk covering the vast group of these very desirable species comprising more than half of the Laelia genus. Most of these are true miniatures and many have been used extensively in the production of the popular "mini-catts". Learn about their charm, beauty, and culture.
Current Trends in Paph Breeding
This extensive talk covers all of the major directions currently in the breeding programs for this diverse group. A multitude of slides guides the viewer through the species and how they are being used to produce outstanding new hybrids. Many details of culture are also covered throughout this program.
The Easiest Orchids to Grow in Your Home
This presentation covers the four main groups of orchids that make good candidates for the home : Phals, Paphs, Cattleyas, and Dendrobiums. In addition to covering the specific requirements for each of these four groups, an overview of many other lesser-known, yet desirable, candidates is presented. This talk will appeal to beginners and advanced growers alike.
Paph Primary Breeding
Discover why the species enthusiasts find this group of hybrids just as acceptable as their parents. The slide program demonstrates how much of the charm of the species is preserved, and made readily available through combining different species to obtain outstanding hybrids.
Terrestrial Orchids of Europe
Mainly the Orchids of Cyprus and Great Britain are covered in this talk, showing the widespread distribution of certain species throughout this continent. This is a group of orchids that are only now coming into their own in cultivation. Some coverage of Italian species is also done.
Introduction to the New Guinea Dendrobiums
Get an overview of this bizarre group of dendrobiums from New Guinea called the Latourea Section. See just how easy they are to grow under lights and on the average windowsill in the home. Their long-lasting flowers, and undemanding requirements make them very desirable orchids for the average orchid grower.**
Cymbidiums of China and its neighbours
All of the usual chinese cymbidiums are covered, in addition to many species from neighbouring countries. Their mandarin names, and the meaning of these names also shed light on this ancient group of orchids. Many tricks of culture are revealed.
An introduction to Coelogynes (digital presentation)
An overview of this unusual and showy genus, covering common culture needs of the various groups, highlighting a few species out of each.
Easy Oddballs - Updated (digital presentation)
Some of the strange members of the orchid family that are very easy to grow in the average home. These are the weirdos that will intrigue and make great conversation topics for your visitors.
(** these talks require a few additional weeks notice for final touches to be made)

If you are interested in having us do a presentation to your orchid society, please send me an e-mail with the following information :

  1. The number of attendees to expect at your society.
  2. Date and time required.
  3. Topic desired. If it is not from the above list, we can discuss whether I will be able to assemble such a talk in the time available.

The fee for my talks is $200 plus expenses based on the following factors :

  1. Whether or not we have exclusive plant sales at the presentation.
  2. Expenses incurred in travelling to the presentation.
  3. Number of members attending the talks.
  4. Rates are in U.S. dollars for U.S. events.
I thank you in advance for your interest, and I look forward to hearing from you.

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