Affiliate pages of the SADDLEBACK VALLEY BROMELIAD SOCIETY

General Information

Saddleback Valley Bromeliad Society Mission Viejo, California USA

OUR MISSION: The Saddleback Valley Bromeliad Society is an educational organization promoting the study and cultivation of bromeliads and fellowship among those who do the same hobby.

Meeting Time/Place

The Saddleback Valley Bromeliad Society meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm in the Norman Murray Community & Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA.

Our Next Meeting will be Thursday September 5th 2024 at 7:00 PM

FEATURED THIS MONTH: "Highlights of the World Bromeliad Conference, 2024”

The Bromeliad Society International (BSI) held its world conference in West Palm Beach Florida last May. Several of our members attended this exciting conference. Cristy Brenner will share her slides showing the varied activities that were available. In addition to a judged bromeliad show and huge plant sale, there was a tour to Grant’s Farm Nursery and the owner’s private home and garden. The seminars were exceptional, with speakers from Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and Brazil, as well as our own favorites of Dennis Cathcart and Terrie Bert. A highlight was the presentation by Dr. Hiroyuki Takizawa on his amazing Tillandsia hybridizing program. Cristy will share some slides of these very interesting presentations. If you have never attended a World Bromeliad Conference because it was too far away, get ready for 2026, when it will be hosted locally by our Society in Costa Mesa. Please join us for this informative presentation and enjoy all of our other bromeliad activities such as show and tell, plant raffle, silent auction of unusual plants, and great refreshments.

VISITORS ARE WELCOME - come to the meeting, sign in, tell us how you found out about us and you will receive a free raffle ticket!

Goudaea ospinae gruberi ‘Streaker’

PLANT AUCTION

If members have an especially interesting plant to share they often donate an offset to our SILENT AUCTION or RAFFLE TABLE. We often have special plants for you to bid. From common and small to rare and larger plants. The funds raised help to offset the room-rental costs and club activities.

REFRESHMENTS

Normally we have delicious refreshments and special treats that enhance a great evening. Currently however, due to CV-19 restrictions, that is not possible. We hope that can change soon.

SUPPLIES

Buy items needed to help your plants look their best and thrive! We have pots, tags, and other special items you need.

MEMBERSHIP

SVBS is an educational organization promoting the study and cultivation of Bromeliads. Meetings include an educational talk, a plant raffle table, a silent auction, refreshments, a lending library, supplies for purchase, shared information, and event information. Dues are $15.00 (per single person or family per year) with email newsletter and $20 with USPS newsletter. Email Nada Chatwell nchat@cox.net for further details and to get a free copy of "Pup Talk" our highly informative newsletter.

LIBRARY

Want to learn even more? Here is your chance. Check out a book in this well-established library. Chris Bruce is our Librarian.

INFORMATION

Information is shared before the meeting and during the 15 minute food break, and after the meeting with many levels of bromeliad
enthusiasts discussing and sharing their experience and knowledge.

RESOURCES

SVBS Newsletter "Pup Talk" - SVBS Website - Pup Talk Oct 2023
SVBS Website - www.bromeliadsociety.org
Instagram - www.instagram.com/bromeliad.society
Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/bromeliadsociety

Contact Person: cbrenner4@cox.net