“SELBY GARDENS ORCHID SHOW” – Sarasota

Activity Level: 3

Since its establishment in 1973, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has formed the largest scientifically documented collection of living orchids in the world. The Orchid Show highlights spectacular orchids from the living collection for which it is known across the globe.

The Orchid Show consists of a horticultural display in the Tropical Conservatory and an exhibition in the Museum of Botany & the Arts. The horticultural display is abounded with orchids of various shapes, colors, and patterns, illustrating the beauty and diversity of one of the largest families of flowering plants. Some hang on rocks over a pond created just for this show, as they would grow naturally in their tropical habitats. Some are placed against cork or paired with little custom three-dimensional pots; some ornamented with driftwood and framed by ferns and moss.

The exhibition consists of images and artifacts illustrating the history of Selby Gardens, with particular emphasis on the remarkable people and plants that make it such a special place.
We will have a 1-hour docent-led tour, followed by time to explore the Museum and Tropical Conservatory on our own. Lunch (OYO) at one of Selby Gardens’ Dining Options at The Green Orchid or The Selby House Café.

The Green Orchid by Michael’s On East
The Green Orchid by Michael’s on East offers elevated casual dining featuring a globally inspired menu with a focus on local, regional, and sustainably sourced produce, seafood, meats, and poultry options. The menu changes seasonally.

Selby House Café
Located within the historic Selby House, the café offers sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, pastries and cookies and other snacks. Coffee and espresso drinks are featured, along with a selection of hot or iced teas provided by Local Coffee and Tea, and a variety of beer and wine.

SELBY GARDENS MEMBERS PRICE – $40.00 (MUST HAVE SELBY GARDENS MEMBERSHIP)

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