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As you know, when we left sunny Southern California we decided to focus just on supplies and advice, and leave the raising and selling of live plants to other orchid fans.
We have, however, stayed in touch with many growers, and would like to recommend a grower in Connecticut...Ballado Orchids. We have know Concepcion for many years (at least 18, I think). She is experienced in growing orchids from seed, growing orchids in greenhouses or outside, and tromping around in the Jungles of Mexico and viewing them in their native habitat. She was a Moderator at the World Orchid Congress in Malaysia, and traveled and worked hand in hand with Dr. Joe Ardetti, editor of several fine books on orchids and the many phases of their culture.
Another excellent plant grower I want you to try for Cattleya's, Cymbidiums and Vandaceous is Reid's Orchids. Dave is one of my oldest Orchid Buddies, we go way back. Dave Reid of the San Diego County Orchid Society has been selling and collecting orchids for...ahem, many years now. You can reach him at reidsorchids@yahoo.com or at the phone below.
Dave's not going to try to sell you tiny little plants. If you need plants for a coming display you can buy specimen plants of nearly anything that will be a real attraction to your booth or display. Dave is also a veggie gardener, and bromeliad enthusiast. I think he has only one listing and it's all in his head, so call and talk over your needs. Last time I counted he had about (10) large greenhouses and shade houses, 50 x 100, feet, lol.
Dave Reid
Reid's Orchids
31970 Rocking Horse Rd
Escondido, CA 92026
760-728-7996
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