FECBS is a small, non-profit organization made up of people of varying ages and backgrounds with a common interest: BROMELIADS! Visitors are always welcome at meetings and can join at any time to begin enjoying the benefits of membership. Some have previous experience with bromeliads; some don’t know a Vriesea from a Neoregelia. All know what they like–bromeliads! Learning about bromeliads is paramount within FECBS. The more we learn, the better to enjoy. That’s what we’re all about. Also, members participate in community projects involving landscaping with bromeliads and frequently interact with other bromeliad societies in the Central Fl. area. SHOW & TELL is the audience contribution HI LITE of the agenda. This is the chance for each member to show what plants are in bloom and to see what other members have been growing
PROGRAMS: FECBS frequently has guest speakers who present their special expertise to help members better appreciate, cultivate and use their bromeliads. Meetings are also an opportunity to acquire varieties of bromeliads not commonly seen for sale to the general public. We are not without environmental responsibility. FECBS is a member of the Florida Council of Bromeliad Societies (FCBS) and is affiliated with the Bromeliad Society International (BSI). BSI, FCBS & FECBS support research to combat the “Evil Weevil” – now called the Mexican weevil, accidentally introduced a few years ago, that is destroying our native bromeliads. But, mostly, we meet to enjoy bromeliads. Having fun and learning are synonymous at FECBS meetings. Visit us at a meeting and you will want to join.
