Welcome to the Conejo Orchid Society
Bl (L. latona X B. digbyana)
Grown by Bill Gunning
Scott McGregor−Outdoor Orchid Growing
Scott has been growing orchids since he was 12, when a neighbor gave him a plant. Although that orchid had a short life, young Scott was hooked! Growing up in St. Louis he found books and sources for orchid species to expand his passion. His personal orchid collection morphed over time as he lived in different locations around the world, but it always centered on the more unusual species.
He grows all his plants outdoors, without a greenhouse, just “subtracting some sunlight and adding some water” to what nature provides in Southern California. He has over 500 different species and rarely uses chemical insecticides or fungicides, preferring fresh air and relying on beneficial insects and our native tree frogs for pest control.
Scott retired from the corporate world a few years ago, and stays active on corporate boards and works with non-profit groups that promote science education for kids. He resides with his family in San Juan Capistrano, California.
Hello COS Members and Visitors…
Mission Statement
The objectives of the COS shall be to stimulate an interest in the collection, culture and appreciation of orchids; to foster and encourage culture, growing, hybridization and preservation of native and hybrid orchids; to disseminate information by exhibits, lectures and publications.
Zygopetulum Evensong Grown by Jan Danciger
Zygopetulum Evensong Grown by Jan Danciger
Zygopetulum Evensong Grown by Jan Danciger
The Conejo Orchid Society (COS) was formed to provide a setting where orchid devotees could meet to share their enthusiasm and knowledge, assist one another with orchid culture, and learn from guest experts. What we all have in common is a love of orchids and a desire for orchid knowledge.
Cattleya Pacavia Grown by Gayle Brodie
Zygopetulum Evensong Grown by Jan Danciger
Zygopetulum Evensong Grown by Jan Danciger
Members are encouraged to bring their blooming plants for display and judging. In addition there are refreshments, and a raffle of beautfiul plants at each meeting.