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Everything you need to know about Five Cities Orchid Society
Five Cities Orchid Society is located on the Central California Coast, mid-way between Los Angeles and San Francisco.
We enjoy a temperate Mediterranean climate allowing us to grow many types of orchids outdoors. We serve not only our local orchid community of FCOS members but through our monthly Zoom meetings and monthly newsletter we now reach a global audience.
Our Mission: We help our members grow better orchids through education, community support, and shared expertise.
Vanda Pachong Blue grown by one of our members. Tolerates temperatures in the low 40's in winter and high 90's in summer
FCOS members present educational talks to local garden clubs, plant nurseries and other social organizations throughout the Central California Coast.
Request a Presentation: Contact us if you'd like someone from FCOS to speak to your group!
Our newsletter archives contain years of growing wisdom specific to our Mediterranean coastal climate!
Low 40°F minimum
Rarely frost
Cool nights ideal
Rarely above 90°F
Cool nights 60-68°F
Ocean influence
Many species thrive
Frost-free areas
Natural humidity
Subscribe to our newsletter for Zoom links, event updates, and growing tips!