[OGD] Clones or seed-grown in big box stores?

[Harvey Brenneise]

In my shopping experience, I have noticed both cheap clones as well as 
seed-grown orchids in these stores, although stores tend to have one or the 
other (I've seen lots of seed-grown at Frank's, while WalMart seems to have 
more clones).  I suspect from the grower and seller point of view is which 
one can be brought to market faster. 

As for paphs, I know that the Orchid Zone sells lots of seed-grown ones to 
Trader Joe's, at least in California.  I've even been visiting Terry when 
the buyer comes around!  They also sell miltoniopsis and other plants, as 
available.  I suppose it's a good way to get rid of the "duds."  But perhaps 
buying habits are different in California, although my own experience in 
selling at orchid shows is that a pretty flower at a fair price will usually 
sell. 

Harvey Brenneise
Seattle 
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