Utah Orchid Society

You may now view the results of Ribbon and Trophy Judging for the Spring 2012 Show under “Pages”, Show Results.

The Utah Associated Garden Clubs group is holding a meeting Saturday, April 14th starting at 10 am at the Garden Center (1602 E 2100 S, Salt Lake City). The first item of business will be a talk by Brett Milliken of Perennial Favorites. He will be presenting a Power Point presentation of new plants for our area. Great opportunity to get some ideas for a fresh look to the yard. Note that you are not expected to stay for the UAGC business portion of the meeting.

Note: one week later than our regular 2nd Monday of the month date.

Clint Lewis of Orchid Dynasty will be hosting a re-potting session. Clint has indicated he will be giving some very useful information on mounting orchids that is a “you do not want to miss” type information.

Gretchen is interested in having the two greenhouses that Craig used to house his orchid collection removed from the property. The one greenhouse is a lean-to and is roughly an 8 x 8 foot structure. The second greenhouse is a standalone structure and is either an 8 x 8 foot or 10 x 10 foot structure.

Please note that at the minimum, the winning bidder must disassemble and remove the structure themselves (no labor or transportation is being supplied).

This could be a nice opportunity. Contact Gretchen at (801) 582-9393 if interested.

We will be hosting an auction of Craig Jackson’s orchid collection that his family does not wish to keep. The public is welcome.

It is with great surprise and sorrow that the society has learned of the passing of Craig Jackson, February 14, 2012. Craig has served several times on the board and has been active for many years. The society will greatly miss his easy going manner and smile.

The Salt Lake Tribune has a very nice obituary and may be read at this link. Funeral service information is at the bottom of the obituary.