“Oh, the magazine is the best.”
Jill Smith
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Even the best orchid advice can hurt your orchids.
You follow all the top orchid-growing tips you can find online - and your orchids still won’t bloom.
Here's the part most people never realize: the ideal growing conditions for Cattleya orchids could actually harm Phalaenopsis orchids.
Orchid care is not one-size-fits-all. Most orchid advice online is too generic to be useful.
AOS gives you the right information for your specific plants, climate, and goals - curated by experts who've spent careers studying these remarkable flowers.
Stop Guessing. Start Blooming.
A few minutes from struggling to thriving is all one idea can take.
They all started in the same place...
Before AOS
- Contradictory advice from online forums.
- Buying supplies that don't actually fit your environment.
- Plants that won't rebloom.
- No real path to better results.
- Not sure where your orchid is going wrong.
- Wasting time again and each season.
With AOS Membership
- Expert-backed guidance you can trust.
- Access specific tips for your plant, climate, and conditions.
- Plants that bloom reliably year after year.
- Early education resources plus print and archive access.
- A real community to ask when you're unsure.
- The confidence that comes from real knowledge.
Here's what AOS members want you to know.
“It's made me become a better grower in the long run.”
Daryl Yerdon
“The more I get into orchids, the more I become fascinated and love them... And it's just upsetting to see some parts of the world where they unfortunately are being weeded out... So it's nice that there is a large foundation that puts that forward (orchid conservation) as their main goal.”
Lukas Funnell-Zahra
“When I need more information, I just go to AOS.org. It's so easy to work your way around it. It's just kind of a no-brainer.”
Monica GaylordJoin Now and Receive These Exclusive Bonuses
These bonuses are available only during our current membership drive - they're not part of the standard membership year-round.
They're designed to give you a meaningful head start from day one and extra value as a new or returning member.
Orchid Care Sheet Packet
(PDF)
Quick-reference care guides for the most popular orchid genera. Keep them handy, share them, reference them whenever you need a reminder.
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Orchidgami
A charming piece for orchid lovers. Digital version included for all members - Gold members also receive a beautiful printed copy.
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Slipper Orchids
A dedicated deep-dive into Paphiopedilum, Phragmipedium, and related genera. Included in both print and digital format.
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World Orchid Conference Virtual Tours - 2026 & 2024
Stunning collections and rare species from two World Orchid Conferences, accessible from anywhere in the world.
These exclusive bonuses are going away shortly, and this package will never be offered again. Printed bonuses ship to Gold members at the address provided at checkout.
One Membership. A Lifetime of Learning.
Orchids Magazine -
Print + Digital
Award-winning monthly publication with cultivation guides, species profiles, and stunning photography. Members consistently call it the best orchid publication in the world.
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Digital Archive -
1,000+ Issues Back to 1932
Decades of orchid knowledge, fully searchable. Whatever challenge you're facing, someone has written about it here.
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Expert Webinar Library - 200+ Sessions
Browse a growing library of webinars including the Master Gardener Series and the sought-after Pests & Diseases collection - watch at your own pace.
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Greenhouse Chats with Dr. Ron McHatton
Live Q&A sessions with one of the world's foremost orchid experts. Submit your questions and get clear answers you can trust.
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Orchid Beginners & Beyond Email Course
Start from the very beginning or level up your existing knowledge. A structured, expert-guided email course you'll actually finish.
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OrchidPro - 100,000+ Orchid Records and Photos
The most comprehensive orchid awards database in the world. Enjoy professional photos of award-winning orchids, full descriptions, species makeup, and even family tree diagrams.
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Discounts on Vendors, Gardens & More
Save on botanical garden admissions, orchid vendors, growing supplies, and AOS publications. Membership often pays for itself with just a few purchases.
Over 10,000 People Worldwide Have Joined the AOS - And We're Inviting You to Join During Our Historic Membership Drive
Time and inventory for bonus gifts won't last indefinitely. No matter where you are in your orchid journey, there's a place for you here - and we'd be honored to grow alongside you.
CHOOSE YOUR MEMBERSHIP...
To see pricing and join, please choose your region:
(Gold memberships include print magazine shipping to your region)
Please select your desired membership:
(Silver - online only, Gold - online and print magazine)
Core AOS Membership Benefits (for Gold and Silver Members) include:
- Orchids Magazine published monthly (12 issues)
- Annual supplement - a bonus magazine issue on a specific genus or topic
- OrchidPro - search 100,000+ photos of award-winning orchids, with descriptions, charts, and more
- 200+ on-demand webinars, instantly available
- Searchable digital magazine archive with access to every issue dating back to 1932
- Download the last 18 months of Orchids Magazine issues as PDFs
- Monthly live Q&A greenhouse chats with orchid experts
- Up to 50% off AOS publications
- Discounts on plants, supplies, and equipment from top vendors
- Free and discounted admission to nearly 300 botanical gardens
- "Your First Orchid" book - free, you cover shipping (while supplies last)
- $450+ in vouchers from top orchid and supply vendors (with 2-year membership)
FAQ
Is this right for beginners?
Absolutely. The Beginners & Beyond Email Course, the greenhouse chats, and the webinar library are specifically designed to help newer growers build confidence quickly. Many members say AOS was the turning point in their growing.
What if I already grow competitively or at an advanced level?
The AOS is where advanced growers go deeper. OrchidPro, the full magazine archive, species-specific content, and a community of expert growers and judges offer something valuable at every level.
How is this different from free content online?
Most free orchid content is generic and doesn't account for your specific genus, environment, or situation. AOS content is expert-reviewed, scientifically informed, and written by people who've dedicated their careers to these plants.
Does my membership support conservation?
Yes. A portion of every membership directly funds orchid conservation, research, and education. When you grow with the AOS, you're also helping protect orchids for the future.
What makes AOS different from other orchid societies?
AOS combines trusted expert education, a historic archive, a global grower network, orchid awards data, webinars, and member savings in one place. It's a practical membership built for real growers.