SCVOS 2025
Annual Orchid Auction
Santa Clara Valley Orchid Society – Annual Orchid Auction
Join us for the Santa Clara Valley Orchid Society’s Annual Auction on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, starting at 7:00 PM
📍 Location
American Legion, Willow Glen Post (the regular SCVOS meeting location)
1504 Minnesota Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
- Doors open at 6:30 PM for members to begin dropping off plants for the auction.
- We accept cash, credit cards, Apple Pay, and Venmo.
- A wide and diverse selection of orchids will be available, including award-winning species and hybrids. Whether you are a beginner, a seasoned collector, or just curious about this orchid growing thing, this is a great opportunity to find that special plant and connect with fellow orchid growers.
As with all SCVOS events, our 2025 auction is open to the public and admission is free
🔗 Download the latest auction plant list here!
🌿 Support your local orchid community!
All proceeds help fund SCVOS programs and events supporting orchid education and orchid growing throughout our area.
SCVOS Orchid Auction Guidelines
Welcome to the SCVOS Annual Orchid Auction! Please review the following guidelines to ensure a smooth and enjoyable event for all participants.
Eligibility to Sell
Only current SCVOS members in good standing on the day of the auction may sell orchids. If you are not yet a member but wish to participate as a seller, you must join at least one week before the auction.
Please note - Memberships will not be processed on the day of the auction solely for selling purposes.
Bidding
Everyone is welcome to bid — including friends and family! Bring guests and join the fun. When arriving each buyer will need to register and will receive a Buyer Number, which must be used for all bids.
Plant Acceptance & Approval
All plants must be in good health and free from pests. Our two auction judges have full responsibility and will make the final decision on plant eligibility. Plants deeming to have or showing signs of pests, fungus, viruses, or other diseases will be disqualified.
Seller Proceeds & Settlements
SCVOS will retain 25% of each plant’s final selling price. Sellers will receive 75% of the final sale price from their plants.
All payments for purchased plants will be settled right after the auction concludes — no payments will be made during the event.
Sales Tax
Final price will include California sales tax on all purchases.
Check-In & Auction Start
Check-in for both buyers and sellers will take place between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM at The American Legion Hall, 1504 Minnesota Avenue, San Jose, CA
Seller Instructions
Plant Limit
Each seller may auction up to 25 orchid plants.
Tagging Requirements
- Each plant must be clearly tagged with:
- A unique identifying code (e.g., AB-01), combining the seller’s initials and a sequential number
- Plant name
- Minimum bid amount requested
- Optional yet encouraged: flower color, cultural needs, indoor/outdoor growing conditions, virus testing status, and any other relevant details
Master Plant List
Sellers must prepare and bring a detailed list including:
- Seller’s name and contact information
- All plant codes and details
- A copy of this list must be submitted at the auction desk during check-in.
Thank You! We appreciate your participation and look forward to a successful and exciting auction!