Orchid genera
A starting point for new growers, grouped by their growing conditions.
Read guide →Learn and grow
Growing guides
A collection of the society’s existing orchid-growing notes, gathered into a clearer library for members and new growers.
Terrestrial orchids
Notes on Calanthe, Ludisia, Paphiopedilum and Spathoglottis.
Read guide →Cool-growing epiphytes
Reference notes for Cattleya, Cymbidium, Oncidium and Zygopetalum.
Read guide →Mealy bugs
Identification, lifecycle and practical management notes.
Read guide →Australian native terrestrials
A conservation-first note on Australian native orchid species.
Read guide →A note on native orchids
Many Australian native orchids are protected. Collection from the wild is illegal; plants should only be obtained from specialist nurseries. The society encourages conservation and responsible growing.