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Unexpected Beauty
In North America, orchids are often associated with delicate beauty, tropical climates, and exotic flowers. The widespread availability of Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchids) in grocery stores over the past decade has somewhat diminished their mystique, yet they are still perceived as foreign species, cultivated for regions where they do not naturally thrive. However, orchids are not as foreign as many might think. In New Jersey alone, there are 50 native orchid species, and across the tri-state area, more than 70 species can be found.

The Quiet Winter Garden
The leaves have fallen, the days grow short, and the garden takes on an air of quiet stillness. Frost creeps across the landscape, softening edges and lending the world a crystalline beauty. For many, winter is the season when the garden sleeps—but beneath the surface, life is bustling. The winter garden is a paradox: the apparent dormancy hums with hidden activity, and simplicity reveals profound complexity.