Orchid Escape

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Tom Fullmer

"Orchid Escape" is the Bolz Conservatory exhibit at Olbrich Gardens in February.

media release: Now - February 28 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily

Come one, come all, and gather Under the Glass Top of the Bolz Conservatory for Orchid Escape. Only in town for a limited engagement, we invite you to witness the greatest show of plant diversity on Earth, featuring the fantastic Orchid Family. Marvel at eye-popping color around every turn and bathe your senses in the botanical bliss of blooming orchids artfully displayed for your enjoyment.

$8 - General Admission; $5 - Child (ages 6-12); FREE - Ages 5 & under; FREE - Olbrich members (adult/child)

And if you're really looking to dive into all things orchids, be sure to visit on February 4 & 5 for Orchid Quest, presented by the Orchid Growers Guild of Madison. You can learn to grow orchids from local experts, see hundreds of unusual and award-winning plants, and shop for plants and supplies from mid-west vendors.

ORCHID SALE FUNDRAISER

Sales begin online March 2, 10 a.m. At the conclusion of Orchid Escape a selection of orchids featured in the Bolz Conservatory will be offered for sale online. Reduced pricing reflects this prior usage.

Onsite sales will not be available.

Orchid pick-up

Saturday, March 4, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Olbrich member benefit - early bird pick-up starting at 8 a.m. - Join to today!

What to expect -

• Pick-up location - Olbrich Gardens' Evjue Commons (straight back, through the lobby)
• Upon entry into the Evjue Commons, customers will enter a waiting line.
• Maximum of four customers will be allowed into the pick-up area to select their pre-purchased orchids.

• Customers select their pre-purchased orchids according to the color coded tags designating the types of orchid.

• Be sure to locate your receipt prior to arriving at the Gardens. Your receipt displays which color tags you will be selecting your orchids from.

• Specific colors and varieties are not guaranteed - subject to availability upon arrival.

• "Go with the flow" is the motto here!
• The GOAL - raise funds to support the Gardens while offering the opportunity for folks to purchase discounted orchids.

• Depending on availability you may receive an orchid that is currently not in bloom.
• Once you have selected your orchids a volunteer will verify your order based on your receipt and the color coded tags. Have your receipt ready on your phone or a printed copy.

• Please bring your own bags / boxes to protect your orchids from the cold and secure your new plant babies for transport.