Events

For the November 2023 meeting, Alex Bello will be discussing Tillandsia hybrids from 2 world renowned growers Steve Correale and Nestor Del Rio. He will be bringing Tillandsias and Skotak hybrids to sell as well. November Member seedlings will also be distributed.

Our October speaker will be Dennis Cathcart – be sure to come in person and meet the Bromeliad expert and traveler extraordinaire!

Hello everyone, This one is a special update as there are several things happening this month. Firstly, if you had registered for the Southwest Guild Show being held in Houston, the wait is almost over. By now you’re probably prepping… Read more: Upcoming SWGS

When: Third Tuesday, September 19th, 2023 at 7:00pm Where: Metropolitan Multi-Service Center, 1475 West Gray St., Houston, TX 77019 Speaker: Charlie Birdsong Program Title: “Charlie Birdsong will be speaking on the genus Goudaea!!” About our September presenter Charlie Birdsong: Charles Birdsong has been growing… Read more: September 2023 program

Ever wanted to know about what its like to go to a Bromeliad Conference on the other side of the world? Well, this next meeting should be a good one to pick the brains of some well seasoned enthusiasts and… Read more: August 2023 program

ATTENTION There’s a lot of work behind the scenes – everyone is gearing up for the October Southwest Bromeliad Guild & International Cryptanthus Society Show & Sale 2023. There is a REGISTRATION DEADLINE CHANGE Registration ends September 20th. Please submit… Read more: SWGS 2023 update

Come by and pick up your July seedling, Vriesia saundersii! There will also be a raffle. When: Third Tuesday, July 18th, 2023 at 7:00pm Where: Metropolitan Multi-Service Center, 1475 West Gray St., Houston, TX 77019 Speakers: Rick and Carole Richtmyer… Read more: July 2023 Program

Hello all BSH Members. With the heat wave projected to continue through the weekend with only minor relief, we have decided that the best thing for everyone’s safety is to postpone the ABCs indefinitely. This is a bit disappointing and we will… Read more: 2023 ABCs postponed

Hello everyone, After almost a year, we have finally updated our website with a new look & feel. Most of the site was modeled after some of the original design choices (Paying our respects to our predecessors!) while still updating… Read more: New Look

The Southwest Bromeliad Guild, the Cryptanthus Society and the Bromeliad Society/Houston invite you to join us in Houston for a great time with other Bromeliaphiles! Registration is up for the latest Southwest Bromeliad Guild & International Cryptanthus Society Show &… Read more: SWGS23