Hawaiian Wave

One of the first large installments at the Philadelphia Flower show this year was a giant wave made out of plastic, lights and of course flowers. As you walked underneath it you noticed how moving pictures were interspersed with rows of white orchids and anthuriums (Flamingo Flowers). The display called 'Wave' was created by Valley Forge Flowers and won an award for the beautiful orchids that they showed.

Walking under the wave.

White orchids that won an award.

Stripes of flowers.

The curve of the structure gave the illusion of movement.

There were lots of large installments and displays that I will post about soon.

Orchid and Bonsai Exhibt 2012

So I spent time on Wednesday afternoon wandering around Phipps Conservatory taking lots of pictures of all the flowers that are displayed for the 2012 Orchid and Bonsai Exhibit. I have to admit that it wasn't all that different from last year and some of the rooms look like they are set up as the base of what is to come for the spring flower show. Either way it was still a relaxing time just being in the conservatory away from the bustle of the city. I also spent a lot of time really examining all of the different types of orchids which I'll be sharing throughout the next month.
As for now here are some pictures from the Sunken Garden, Palm court, Broderie Room and the East Room.

Display when you first walk into the Palm Court

Large hanging basket in the Palm Court

This urn had a continuous flow of water coming over the top and down the sides.

Entrance view of the Sunken Garden

Love the mix of colors

Side view of the Sunken Garden

Center Pillar

Love the white moth orchids with the ivy and brick

Again lots of bright colors

Wishing well in the Broderie Room

Urn with pink Anthurium, "Misty Rose"

Broderie Room

3 Goddesses

Pink and Greens

East Room; very tropical

Close up of the vibrant plants in the East Room.

Again I'll be posting more pictures about specific orchids and the bonsai soon!

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