Orchid Trail

Specialty Orchid Nursery. Top products: Cattleya hybrids, Orchids. Orchid Trail is a specialty plant nursery located on Merritt Island, Florida, with a long-standing history dating back to its establishment in 1973. Currently owned by Mark Walters and Sharon Shaw, the facility operates with a dedicated focus on the cultivation and sale of orchids. The nursery maintains an inventory of over 6,000 plants housed within two dedicated orchid houses. Their primary horticultural focus is the breeding and care of classic Cattleya hybrids. Orchid Trail operates as a retail destination, inviting customers to visit their facility to view their floral collection and purchase specimens directly. They cater to orchid enthusiasts and hobbyists, providing a specialized environment for plant selection. The business emphasizes a hands-on approach to nursery management, with operations spanning over five decades under various owners, maintaining a niche focus on high-quality ornamental orchids in the Florida market.