About Northern Gauteng Orchid Society
A community where orchids, knowledge, and people thrive.
The Northern Gauteng Orchid Society (NGOS) is affiliated to the South African Orchid Council and represents a vibrant community of orchid enthusiasts in Gauteng. We bring together beginners, hobbyists, and experienced growers in an environment where knowledge is shared generously and curiosity is always welcome. From monthly meetings at Safari Garden Centre to our Spring and Autumn shows, we grow orchids – and we grow people.
Expert-Led Learning
Monthly presentations from respected growers and specialists, keeping you at the forefront of orchid cultivation.
Technical Excellence
Practical cultivation advice grounded in horticultural science to elevate your growing standards.
Award-Winning Shows
Opportunities to exhibit and benchmark your plants at our prestigious annual Spring and Autumn shows.
Structured Mentorship
Guidance for beginners and refinement for advanced growers through a supportive community network.
Educational Resources
Full access to curated bulletins, culture sheets, and archived presentations for deep botanical understanding.
Inclusive Passion
A serious yet welcoming community uniting beginners and advanced hobbyists through shared passion.
The Pinnacle of our Calendar
The Annual Spring & Autumn Orchid Shows
The NGOS Annual Orchid Shows represent a curated exhibition of horticultural excellence, showcasing specimen plants, rare species, and advanced hybrids. Experience the extraordinary diversity of orchids while engaging with our most knowledgeable growers.
Environmental Control Fundamentals
Successful orchid culture begins with environmental design rather than plant acquisition. Understanding light intensity, humidity gradients, airflow management, and temperature differentials is fundamental to replicating habitat conditions.
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Light
Matching genus to intensity and photoperiod.
04
Temperature
Understanding diurnal variation requirements.
02
Air Movement
Continuous gentle airflow to prevent fungal pathogens.
05
Media Selection
Balancing drainage, aeration, and moisture retention.
03
Humidity
Managing ambient humidity while avoiding stagnation.
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Fertilisation
Low-dose, consistent nutrient regimes with periodic flushing.
SAOC Affilliated Societies
Alfred County Orchid Society
Venue: 1 Meriel road, Uvongo, Margate
Meeting day: 3rd Sunday of the Month
Time: 14H00
alfredcountyorchidsociety84@gmail.com
Border Orchid Society
Venue: 8 Abbots Gardens, 17 Harburn road, East London.
Meeting day: 2nd Wednesday of the month
Time: 18H00
Cape Orchid Society
Venue: Athenaeum House, Boundary Terraces, 1 Mariendahl Avenue, Newlands, Cape Town
Meeting day: 4th Tuesday of the month
Time: 19H00
Die Vlakte Orchid Society
Venue: NG Church, 34 Mentz Ave, Bela-Bela, Limpopo
Meeting day: 2nd Saturday of every 2nd month
Time: 12H00
Eastern Province Orchid Society
Venue: Caritas service centre, West Street, Newton Park, Gqeberha.
Meeting day: 2nd Thursday of the month
Time:
East Rand Orchid Society
Venue: NG Kerk Edenvale, Cnr 7th Avenue and 4th Street, Edenvale, Gauteng.
Meeting day: 2nd Saturday of the Month
Time: 14H00
Gonubie Orchid Society
Venue: Gonubie Hotel, 141 Main Road, Gonubie, East London
Meeting day: 1st Sunday of the Month
Time: 14H00
Highway Orchid Society
Venue: Pinetown Methodist Church Hall
Meeting day: 2nd Saturday of the month (except December)
Time: 14H00
Lowveld Orchid Group
Venue: Please email to confirm venue for current month
Meeting day: 3rd Thursday of every second month
Time: 16H00
Natal Orchid Society
Venue: Northlands Bowling Club - Durban North
Meeting day: 3rd Saturday of every month
Time: 09:30
natalorchidsociety.kzn@gmail.com
Northern Gauteng Orchid Society
Venue: Safari Garden Centre
Meeting day: 2nd Saturday of the month
Time: 14H00
Orchid Society of the Southern Cape
Venue: Please contact for current months venue
Meeting day: Last Saturday of the month
Time: 14H00
Phalaborwa Orchid Society
Venue: 124 Tulbagh street, Phalaborwa, Limpopo.
Meeting day: 2nd Sunday of every 2nd month
Time: 12H00
Pietermaritzburg Orchid Society
Venue: Please email to confirm venue
Meeting day: 2nd Saturday of the Month
Time: 14h00
Plantae Orchid Group
Venue: Not Applicable
Meeting day: Not Applicable
Time: Not Applicable
Rustenburg Orchid Society
Venue: 60 Krokodil Avenue, Rustenburg
Meeting day: Last Saturday of every 2nd month
Time: 10H00
Tygerberg Orchid Group
Venue: Durbanville Library, Cnr Oxford and Koeberg Roads, Durbanville.
Meeting day: 3rd Saturday of the month
Time: 10H00