30th annual Fiesta de las Flores, March 1 and 2, 2025
Orchid show and plant sale at Mesquite Valley Growers Nursery. We have orchid displays, scrambling to buy desirable plants, judging by accredited AOS judges, informal judging by our members, and lots of great conversations with visitors about orchids. It is free and open to the public. Come join us! Check below for the beautiful results of past shows.
AOS Regional judging in Phoenix on May 16, 2024.
Wes A. from the Tucson Orchid Society won 4 HCC’s. Congratulations! Side and rear views are included for some flowers.
Phalaenopsis Phoenix Canary ‘Star Burst’ HCC-AOS (75 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Hot Imp ‘Kate’ HCC-AOS (76 Points) front view grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Hot Imp ‘Kate’ HCC-AOS (76 Points) rear view grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Hot Imp ‘Kate’ HCC-AOS (76 Points) side view grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Phoenix Sweetie ‘Shadow’ HCC-AOS (76 Points) front view grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Phoenix Sweetie ‘Shadow’ HCC-AOS (76 Points) rear view grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Phoenix Sweetie ‘Shadow’ HCC-AOS (76 Points) inflorescence grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Shadow Dancer ‘Phoenix Joy’ HCC/AOS (79 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Shadow Dancer ‘Phoenix Nova’ HCC-AOS (75 Points) rear view grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Shadow Dancer ‘Phoenix Joy’ HCC-AOS (79 Points) inflorescence grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.
AOS Regional judging in Phoenix on April 18, 2024.
Wes A. from the Tucson Orchid Society won three HCC’s. Congratulations!
Phalaenopsis Shadow Stalker ‘Phoenix Joy’ HCC/AOS (79 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Shadow Dancer ‘Phoenix Joy’ HCC/AOS (79 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Shadow Dancer ‘Phoenix Joy’ HCC-AOS (79 Points) inflorescence grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Dragon’s Imp ‘Charlie’ HCC/AOS (78 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.
Desert Valley Orchid show in Phoenix on March 23 and 24, 2024.
Our sister society in Phoenix had a great show with an American Orchid Society artistic display award and an AOS silver award display. Congratulations to everyone!
AOS award for Artistic Expression (90 Points) by Lorri M., Desert Valley Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.AOS silver display award and DVOS Bud Terrell Best Display Award by Tom B., Desert Valley Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Display by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society.Display by Eric W., Tucson Orchid Society.
29th annual Fiesta de las Flores, March 2 and 3, 2024
We had another great show this year, thank you to everyone that attended! There were lots of member displays, great plants for sale and we had a fabulous time talking orchids. We’d also like to thank Mesquite Valley Growers for lending us space in their greenhouse.
There were five American Orchid Society awards plus a silver award for best display. Congratulations everyone! The official AOS photos are posted first and then pictures of members displays follow.
Phalaenopsis Jaque’s Dragon ‘Logan’ AM/AOS (82 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Jaque’s Dragon ‘Owen’ HCC/AOS (77 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Little Gem Stripes ‘Stars’ AM-AOS (82 points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Best of Show Exhibit Silver certificate SM-AOS (88 Points). Plants grown and displayed by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. One side of four. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Paradise Found ‘Logan’ HCC-AOS (79 Points) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Close up. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Paradise Found ‘Logan’ HCC-AOS (79 Points) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Full flower habit. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Cattlianthe Fire Gem ‘Azucena’ AM-AOS (80 points) grown by Karla V., Desert Valley Orchid Society. Front view. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Cattlianthe Fire Gem ‘Azucena’ AM-AOS (80 points) grown by Karla V., Desert Valley Orchid Society and Tucson Orchid Society. Side view. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.
Growers displays
Wes A. had a wonderful 4 sided display that won an AOS silver award for best display. See the award photos to see another side of this display. Photo: Sheri M.Mark D.’s display doesn’t show it’s beauty in this photo. Photo: Sheri M.Kaye E. and Jim S.’s display with gorgeous smaller orchids. Photo: Sheri M. Judy F.’s beautiful display with a wonderful use of space and color. Photo: Sheri M.Claire and Carl K. had a display complete with twinkle lights. The photo doesn’t capture the impact of the design. Photo: Sheri M.Sheri M. has a display showing you can make a simple display with just a few orchids. Photo: Sheri M.Bev T. put in a display with plants from the Desert Valley Orchid Society in Phoenix. Photo: Sheri M.Karla V.’s display honoring the year of the dragon. She is a member of the Desert Valley Orchid Society in Phoenix and the Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Sheri M.
AOS regional judging on Nov. 18, 2023
We had an outstanding 8 awarded plants at the November 2023 regional judging in Phoenix. Wes A. earned six of them with an incredible 3 FCC’s, 1 HCC and 2 AM ‘s. As Wes put it, it was a once in a lifetime event for a small grower. Way to go Wes! And also a big hand to Eric W. and Karla V., who each received an AM/AOS award. Be sure to take a look at the official award photos below.
Cattleya Yellow Warbler ‘Sundance Gold’ AM/AOS (81 Points) grown by Eric W., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Cattleychea Lady Bug ‘Amelia’ AM/AOS (80 Point) grown by Karla V., Desert Valley Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Brassavola nodosa ‘Lady of the Night’ FCC/AOS (92 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Brassavola nodosa ‘Lady of the Night’ FCC/AOS (92 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phragmipedium Jason Fischer ‘Surprise’ FCC/AOS (91 points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Cochlezella Tsiku Chuchango ‘Unbelievable’ FCC/AOS (90 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Cochlezella Tsiku Chuchango ‘Unbelievable’ FCC/AOS (90 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Phoenix Firefight ‘Phoenix Glow’ AM/AOS (81 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Phoenix Princess ‘Kate’ AM/AOS (81 Points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phalaenopsis Shadow Stalker ‘Kate’ HCC/AOS (77 Points) ) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.
AOS regional judging on Sept. 21, 2023
There was a special AOS outreach judging event in Phoenix with multiple awards given. Congratulations everyone!
Brassavola Renée Gerber ‘Marko’ AM/AOS (82 points) grown by Karla V., Desert Valley Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel. Brassocattleya Nakornpathome Silver ‘Marko’ AM/AOS (80 points) grown by Karla V., Desert Valley Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Catasetum AA Orquideas ‘Owen’ AM/AOS (83 points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel. Phalaenopsis Phoenix FIre Fight ‘Garnet Glow’ HCC/AOS (78 points grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel. Phalaenopsis Shadow Stalker ‘Phoenix Beauty’ AM/AOS (83 points grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel. Rhynchostylis coelestis v. alba ‘Logan’ CCM/AOS (83 points), HCC-AOS (78 points) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Note the CCM award is an award of merit given to the exhibitor of a plant grown exceptionally well. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.
Desert Valley Orchid show in Phoenix on April 1 and 2, 2023.
Our sister society in Phoenix also had a great show with six American Orchid Society awards. Congratulations to everyone! The official photos are posted below.
Den. lindleyi ‘Majjis’ HCC-AOS (79 points) grown by Maureen McG., Desert Valley Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Paph. N.R. ‘Fu Manchu Mustache’ AM-AOS (83 points) (Paph. Angel Hair x Paph. parishii) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phal. Charlie Addison ‘After Glow’ CCE-AOS (92 points) (Phal. Tying Shin Baby Smile x Phal. Tying Shin Golden City) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phal. Charlie Addison ‘Old Blood’ AM-AOS (82 points) (Phal. Tying Shin Baby Smile x Phal. Tying Shin Golden City) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phal. Charlie Addison AQ-AOS (Phal. Tying Shin Baby Smile x Phal. Tying Shin Golden City) grown by Mark D. and Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Wes A. created the cross. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phal Dragon’s Imp ‘Owen’ AM-AOS (83 points) (Phal Venimp x Phalaenopsis Dragon Tree Eagle) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.
AOS judging on Sept. 22, 2022
There was a special AOS outreach judging event in Phoenix with four awards given. Congratulations everyone!
Catt. Amphion ‘Cherry Pie’ HCC/AOS grown by Bob J., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Habenaria rhodocheila ‘Ron Coleman’ CCM/AOS grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Paph. Hengduan’s Qin ‘Kasen and Kade’ AM/AOS grown by Kaye E., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phal. Dragon Heart ‘Kate’ HCC/AOS grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.
28th annual Fiesta de las Flores, March 4 and 5, 2023
We had another great show this year, thank you to everyone that attended. There were lots of member displays, great plants for sale and we had a fabulous time talking orchids. We’d also like to thank Mesquite Valley Growers for lending us space in their greenhouse.
There were seven American Orchid Society awards. Congratulations everyone! The official photos are posted below.
Den N.R. ‘Oh Wow!’ CCE-AOS (92 points) (Den Burana Princess x Den Burana Stripes) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Paph Hsinying Alien ‘Mark’ HCC-AOS (78 points) (Paph Raisin Pie x Paph Supersuk) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Paph. lowii ‘Dimmit’s Pleasure’ AM-AOS (83 points) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Paph. Paul Parks ‘Dimmit’s Pleasure’ AM-AOS (82 points) (Paph. sanderianum x Paph. adductum) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phal. Dragon’s Imp ‘Logan’ AM-AOS (83 points) (Phal. Dragon Tree Eagle x Phal. Venimp) (close-up) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Phal. Susan Philips ‘Owen’ HCC-AOS (78 points) (Phal. Emeraude x Phal. Tsay’s Evergreen) grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Vanda A.F. Buckman ‘Michelle Marie’ CCE-AOS (92 points) (Vanda falcata x Vanda christensoniana)(Close-up) grown by Bob J., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.Vanda A.F. Buckman ‘Michelle Marie’ CCE-AOS (92 points) (Vanda falcata x Vanda christensoniana) grown by Bob J., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.
28th annual Fiesta de las Flores March 4 and 5, 2023
We had another great show this year! We had lots of member displays, great plants for sale and a great time talking orchids! We thank Mesquite Valley Growers for lending us space in their greenhouse.
There were seven American Orchid society awards. Congratulations everyone! You can see the official awards photos below.
Den N.R. ‘Oh Wow!’ CCE-AOS (92 points) (Den Burana Princess x Den Burana Stripes) grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Kevin Dubiel.
AOS judging May 19, 2022.
There was a special judging event in Phoenix with great results! Five different people won awards – 3 from TOS, 1 from DVOS and 1 a Phoenix grower.
Paph Macabre ‘Mark’s Surprise’ AM/AOS grown by Mark D., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Eric Goo.
Phal Dragon’s Imp ‘Lucky To Be Alive’ AM/AOS grown by Bob J. Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Eric GooPhal Dragon’s Imp ‘Kate’ AM/AOS grown by Wes A., Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Eric Goo.
Phal Shadow Dancer ‘Phoenix Sun’ HCC/AOS hybridized and grown by Eric G., Desert Valley Orchid Society. Photo: Eric Goo.
Paph Dollgoldi ‘Golden Crane’ FCC/AOS Grown by Jayson W., Phoenix grower. Photo: Eric Goo.
Desert Valley Orchid Society show and judging on April 2, 2022
Guarechea Black Comet ‘Indigo Blue’ HCC/AOS grown by Eric Willis in the Tucson Orchid Society. Photo: Eric Goo. It’s not upside down, it blooms that way!
Pcv Key Lime Stars ‘Marko’ AM/AOS grown by Karla V in the Tucson Orchid Society and the Desert Valley Orchid Society. Photo: Eric Goo.
Phal Peggy Tauscher ‘Phoenix Beauty’ HCC/AOS hybridized and grown by Eric G. in the Desert Valley Orchid Society. Photo: Eric Goo.
27th annual Fiesta de las Flores – March 5 and 6, 2022
We had a fantastic orchid show this year! There were lots of members displays, great plants for sale and excellent conversations with fellow orchid growers.
Thank you to Mesquite Valley Growers for lending us space for our show in their spectacular new tropical plants greenhouse!
We had eight American Orchid Society awards given for particularly fine orchids. The paired pictures show an official AOS close up of the flower and the other shows a bit more of the plant.
Awarded plants March 2022. Congratulations everyone!
Bob J.’s first AOS award!
Epi. Wedding Valley ‘Sakura’ AM/ AOS Photo: Eric Goo
Kaye E.’s first AOS award.!
Ctn Long Life Angel ‘Kasen and Kade’ HCC/AOS Photo: Eric Goo
Grower: Wes A. Paph Attractively Wood ‘Logan’ HCC/AOS
Paph Attractively Wood ‘Logan’ HCC/AOS Photo: Eric Goo
Grower: Wes A. Phal (Olympic Gold x Tying Shin Golden City) ‘Owen’ HCC/AOS
Phal (Olympic Gold x Tying Shin Golden City) ‘Owen’ HCC/AOS Photo: Eric Goo
Grower: Wes A. Phal Peggy Tauscher ‘Logan’ AM/AOS
Phal Peggy Tauscher ‘Logan’ AM/AOS Photo: Eric Goo
Grower: Eric Goo. Phal Peggy Tauscher ‘Phoenix Sunset’ HCC_AOS Photo: Eric Goo
Grower Wes A. Phal (Tying Shin Baby Smile x Tying Shin Golden City) ‘Logan’ AM/AOS
Phal (Tying Shin Baby Smile x Tying Shin Golden City) ‘Logan’ AM/AOS Photo: Eric Goo
Grower: Wes A. Phal (Tying Shin Baby Smile x Tying Shin Golden City) ‘Owen’ CCM/AOS Photo: Eric Goo
Displays March 2022
Bev T. from the Desert Valley Orchid Society in Phoenix, AZ. Photo: Cindy G.
Bob J. made good use of an old truck that was already in the display area. He received best display in show.Bob J. and Peter P. adjusting Bob’s display.
Eric W. display – note the miltonias.
Jim S. display. Note the orange Cymbidium in the center and the pink Calanthe to the right. Photo: Gina T.
Karla V. display – a Zen moment. Karla traveled from Phoenix to put in this display.
Kaye E. display. Kaye grew these beautiful orchids indoors. Photo: Gina T.
Kevin K. display including a vanilla orchid. Photo: Gina T.Kevin K. has two beans growing on his vanilla. Well done, that’s hard to achieve here!
Mark D. – left side of his display.Mark D. – the right side of his display.Mark D.’s Cattleya maxima showing to maximum effect.
Society display.
Tony K. and Sheri M. display.
Wes A. with his fantastic display on an artificial log. Photo: Cindy G.Wes A. display.Wes A. display.Wes A. display.
26th annual Fiesta de las Flores – March 27, 2021
Our March 2021 public orchid show was canceled due to Covid 19 so we decided to have a little fun with a virtual show instead. People created orchid displays at home over a several month period and submitted photos or video entries. Entry dates give the day the entry was photographed. There is no show sale this year. Enjoy!
Video entries
Bob J., TOS, Mar. 7, 2021. Video entry 1. This may be sideways for some viewers – try a different browser to see it upright. Turn up the sound to hear Bob.
Kaye E., TOS, Mar. 23, 2021. Video entry 1. Turn up the sound to hear the fountain.
Picture entries
Barb G., TOS, Mar. 16, 2021. Entry 1. Clockwise from top: Slc. Kagaribi Dawn ‘Red Star’ x Lc. Trick or Treat ‘Orange Magic’ AM/AOS; Blc. Robert Randall (Bc. Bill Worsley x L. cinnabarina); Phal. no name; Australian Den. no name; Pot. Martha Clarke ‘Amazing’; Pot. ‘Fantasy Circle’ (Pot. Golden Circle ‘OPRL’ x Pot. Angel’s Fantasy ‘Solar Flare’ FCC/AOS); Den. Country Girl ‘Warabeuta’.
Barb G., TOS, Mar. 16, 2021. Entry 2. Den. Country Girl ‘Warabeuta’
Bob J., TOS, Mar. 7, 2021. Entry 1. Please watch the video of the entry for close ups. Close ups of some flowers can be seen on the “Members orchids” page.
Carol E., DVOS, Mar. 19, 2021. Entry 1.
Judy F., TOS, Feb 21, 2021. Entry 1. Flowers from left to right. Top: Brassolaelia Yellow Bird, Laeliocattleya Tropical Trick, Potinara Tropical Orange ‘Apricosa’. Bottom: Sophrolaeliocattleya Candy Sparks, Brassolaeliocattleya Love Sound ‘SVO’ x Potinara Life’s Melody ‘SVO’, Brassolaeliocattleya Love Sound ‘SVO’ x Potinara Life’s Melody ‘SVO’.
Judy F., TOS, Mar. 26, 2021. Entry 2. A Palatte of Pinks! Top left: Phal. Younghome Shin Thor ‘Y0316’. Middle: LC. ‘Orizaba’; Phal. Chia Shing Hot Kiss ‘LD256’. Bottom middle: Dtps. Little Gem Stripe.
Julie D., TOS, Mar. 25, 2021. Entry 1.
Karla V., DVOS and TOS, Feb. 28, 2021. Entry 1. Orchids are Jarka K.’s and the display created by Karla V.
Karla V., DVOS and TOS, Mar. 24, 2021. Entry 2.
Karla V., DVOS and TOS, Mar. 24, 2021. Entry 3.
Karla V., DVOS and TOS, Mar. 25, 2021. Entry 4.
Karla V., DVOS and TOS, Mar. 25, 2021. Entry 5.
Karla V., DVOS and TOS, Mar. 25, 2021. Entry 6.
Kaye E., TOS, Mar. 23, 2021. Entry 1. Clockwise, starting at upper left: Phal. NoID; Den. tannii; Paph. wardii var. alba; Paph. Venus de Milo (not completely open); Paph. Hawaiian Contrasts; Paph. Hsinying “Lady Duck” (multifloral, in bud); Onc. Hula Hulau “Volcano Queen”; C. aurantiaca “Orange Spots x self”; Epi. Mura Valley; Den. NoID. Close ups of some flowers can be seen on the “Members orchids” page.
Kaye E., TOS, Mar. 22, 2021. Entry 2. Top: Phal. NoID. Middle clockwise from left: Den. NoID; Epi. Mura Valley (pink); Paph. wardii var. alba; Paph. Venus de Milo (not completely open); Onc. Hula Hulau “Volcano Queen”; C. aurantiaca “Orange Spots x self”; Phal. Brother Sandra “Splash” in bud. Far right: Paph. Hsinying “Lady Duck” (multifloral, in bud). Close ups of some flowers can be seen on the “Members orchids” page.
Sheri M., TOS and DVOS, Feb. 10, 2021. Entry 1. Flowers from left to right. Bottom: Ludisia discolor, Onc. onustum, Cym. Street Hawk ‘Garnet’. Top: Cym. One Tree Hill ‘Solstice Gold’, L. anceps, Stenorrhynchos speciosum, Cym. Fire on the Mountain #1 ‘Orange’.
Sheri M., TOS and DVOS, Mar. 8, 2021. Entry 2. Flowers from left to right: Epc. Kyoguchi ‘M. Sauno’ x L. Seagulls Tangerine ‘SVO’ HCC/AOS; Cym. Minnekin ‘Khobai’; Stenorrhynchos speciosum plus assorted Tillandsias and Spanish moss.
Sheri M., TOS and DVOS, Mar. 25, 2021. Entry 3. Onc. spendidum.
Wes A., TOS, Mar. 7, 2021. Entry 1. Mostly cattleyas.
Wes A., TOS, Mar. 7, 2021. Entry 2. Phalaenopsis.
Wes A., TOS, Mar. 7, 2021. Entry 3. Paphiopedilums, dendrobiums and phalaenopsis.
Wes A., TOS, Mar. 7, 2021. Entry 4. Multifloral paphiopedilums.
