Santa Barbara Orchid Estate

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1250 Orchid Dr

Santa Barbara, CA 93111

+1 (805) 967-1284

http://www.sborchid.com

Mar 11 - 13, 2011 Santa Barbara Orchid Estate International Orchid Fair Jul 8 - 10, 2011 Santa Barbara Orchid Estate Home to one of the world's foremost collections of orchid species and hybrids. Established in 1957 amidst five acres of beautiful coastal Santa Barbara landscape, SBOE offers to the admirer, occasional hobbyist, budding student of orchids, seasoned grower or avid orchidist alike, a diversity of orchids and an understanding of orchid culture bound to challenge and delight. Visitors are always welcome, so join us anytime! November 27 ( 10am - 5pm ) & 28 ( 10am - 3pm ) the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Exhibits Plant Sales Laelia anceps on Parade CSA & AOS Judging

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4.043 reviews

Virginia P.

3/2/2017

I love this place! You can always count on seeing unusual colors and varieties in bloom here. The estate is informal and homey. My husband likes to chat with Paul (the original owner) while I...

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Jason W.

3/8/2025

Yeeeesh....this place is just depressing. A monument to dead passion. I came excited to check it out with my girlfriend, and man were we disappointed. Should be called "Santa Barbara Wooden Bench...

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Cassie F.

5/29/2022

The people who work here are incredibly informative on orchids. They are very kind and helpful. If you're willing to slow down and take the time to learn from them, you will have a great time....

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Kevin R.

3/14/2024

If I could leave zero stars I would. This place has gone WAY downhill since the original owners turned it over to their children. I'm sorry but it was horrific, in the 90s they had beautiful...

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Kyle F.

1/20/2020

Maybe I am being harsh, but SBOE has gone down hill. Down hill, like really down hill. I didn't want to believe Jim J's review (posted 1/25/18) but sadly, all he said is true. I remember my...

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