Maui Orchid Society Valentine’s Day Show and Sale

Lady Slippers could be the next big thing in the orchid world. Maui Now file photo.

The Maui Orchid Society hosts a Valentine’s Day Show and Sale, conveniently scheduled Feb. 9-11, 2017 at the Maui Mall in Kahului.

The American Orchid Society accredited exhibit hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The display showcases the winning blooms that AOS certified judges’ selected from all the plants submitted by members.

Local commercial members offer many of the orchids for sale with prices starting at $7 and up.

Established in 1941, the nonprofit Maui Orchid Society works to share and raise awareness about orchid growing.  Members will be available during the three-day display to answer questions regarding growth and care.

“In our tropical environment, growing orchids on Maui is within the reach of all,” President Bert Akitake said.