The World Orchid Conference from 13 to 20 November 2011 saw more than 300,000 visitors to the event, as well as at the preview of Gardens by the Bay. On show were more than 50,000 orchids comprising some 5,000 varieties in over 75 displays, including the Renanthera 20th WOC. Singapore was the only Asian city with the rare privilege of hosting the iconic international event for a second time – the first time was in 1963.

We have 5 sets of 20th WOC collectibles, consisting of a Renanthera lapel pin set and a Singapore Post Collector’s Sheet, to give away! Simply answer these questions for your chance to win.

1) When was the 20th WOC held in Singapore?

a. 13 to 21 November 2011
b. 13 to 20 December 2011
c. 13 to 20 November 2011

2. Singapore is the only Asian city with the honour of hosting the World Orchid Conference twice.

a. True
b. False

Contest closes on 9 February 2012. Email your answers to nparks_mailbox@nparks.gov.sg with the subject title ‘My Green Space Contest – WOC Collectables’, together with your name and contact number.

The Essential Guide to Growing Orchids in the Tropics

For over a week last November, visitors to the 20th World Orchid Show saw displays of orchids from all over the world. But did you know, right in the heart of the Singapore Botanic Gardens is the world’s largest display of tropical orchids? With around 600 species and hybrids showcased daily at the National Orchid Garden, you won’t need to wait another 48 years to view many beautiful varieties of orchids in one place!

We have two copies of Growing in the Orchids in the Tropics by Chia Tet Fatt and David Astley (worth $30 each) to give away to My Green Space readers! Simply answer these questions for your chance to win.

1) In the book review in the Gardening section, the writer recommends that the reader pays attention to the photo captions because:
a. They are well written.
b. They contain useful tips and interesting facts.
c. They contain the names of the orchids.

2) The world’s largest display of tropical orchids is located at _____________.
a. The National Orchid Garden.
b. HortPark.
c. Fort Canning Park.

Contest closes on 15 February 2011. Email your answers to nparks_mailbox@nparks.gov.sg with the subject title ‘My Green Space Contest – The Essential Guide to Growing Orchids in the Tropics’, together with your name and contact number. Prizes will be awarded to respondents with the correct answers.

We have 3 sets of The Gentlemen’s Press bag and notebook to give away! Simply answer these questions for your chance to win.

1) The Gentlemen’s Press consists of two ladies and their three letterpress machines.
a. True
b. False

2) The designs for the products sold at the Gentlemen’s Press are inspired by nature.
a. True
b. False

Contest closes on 15 February 2012. Email your answers to nparks_mailbox@nparks.gov.sg with the subject title ‘My Green Space Contest – The Gentlemen’s Press’, together with your name and contact number.