[net.garden] Orchids, ferns, and misc.

arnold@hpfcla.UUCP (11/16/85)

Hi, there plant lovers!  I am currently looking for a source of
hardy orchids and ferns suitable for growing in my garden here
in Ft. Collins, CO.  For those of you not familiar with Fort 
Collins, the typical first frost (if there is such a thing)
arrives around September or October and the winter low is likely
not below -20 F (-40 F for a real cold winter).  I am also interested
in non-commonplace bulbs for garden growing.  It's just a hobby
but it keeps me amused.  Finally, for anyone interested in
general orchid growing and seeking advice, feel free to ask any
questions on your mind.  If I can figure out how to get a 
response to you on UNIX you may very well get a reply.
Cheers,
Arnold
(hpfcla!hpfclr!arnold)

rachel@ada-uts.UUCP (11/22/85)

I would suggest trying
     White Flower Farms
     Litchfield, Conn
(sorry, I have not got the full address)
I have not yet ordered anything from them but
  - they publish beautiful and informative catalogs
  - they are polite and helpful over the phone
  - they seem to specialize in things hardy in New England, some of
 which should be appropriate for you.