Peek Behind the Petals
Join us for a member-exclusive, in-person presentation of Peek Behind the Petals!
NOTE: This event is now SOLD OUT!
Join us for a member-exclusive, in-person presentation of Peek Behind the Petals all about orchids! Orchid Display Horticulturist Thathmini Kularatna will give insight into Phipps’ orchid collection, share plant care tips and answer orchid-related questions.
Peek Behind the Petals runs from 10 – 11 a.m. in Phipps Special Events Hall. This event is free for members to attend but R.S.V.P. is required by Fri., Feb. 27.
About the Speaker
Thathmini Kularatna
Thathmini Kularatna is responsible for keeping Phipps orchid collection happy and healthy! She completed her undergraduate studies in Biology at the University of Colombo Sri Lanka and then went on to obtain her Master of Science in Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science from the University of Hawai‘i Hilo. She became an orchid enthusiast while taking care of the Orchid Collection Greenhouse, the Agricultural Farm Laboratory and the gardens of the campus during her time at University of Hawai‘i. Thathmini joined the horticulture team in 2024 and has since become an expert on Phipps’ vast orchid collection.
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