O'Dowds Orchids Reviews
Jeff From Southern California
I live in Southern California and have over 700 orchids. Started growing Coelogyne in 2023 as I have an area that is damp and shaded which they seem to do well in. I have bought several varieties from Odowds Orchids and they all have arrived in great condition. Highly recommend.
Dawn from New York
I received 3 beautifully healthy plants today handled with such care. I was not expecting the most beautiful would be a bonus plant - large and in bloom!
Like Christmas indeed! Thank you so very much for your kindness!
Donna From Massachusettes
I'm very interested in providing other orchid lovers with the following testimonial regarding my experience with your shop:
I have received some of the most beautiful orchids from O'Dowd's. Colleen is exceptionally knowledgeable and kind, and she cares about your satisfaction. The orchids are shipped beautifully, and timely, and the plants themselves are stunning.
Livia From Northern California
I thought you might like to hear that your beautiful plants arrived safe and sound, and I am delighted with both.
Keith From Florida
I was as very pleased with my purchase and the service I received. Response to my emails was prompt and my plant was received in good condition even though it had to travel across almost the entire country in very hot weather. It was obvious the great care had been taken with the (rather attractive) packaging.
Brenda P.
I am thoroughly enjoying this plant that Colleen suggested to me..... I can always count on her for pushing me outside my box and bringing new and beautiful plants into my life.
I can not tell you enough good things about Colleen and her care for her Orchids and the immaculate condition in which they always arrive at my home in!!! I have ordered from her in the dead of Winter and the middle of Summer..... And because I live in Kansas, some of these Season's happen in the matter of 24 hours!!! I will always order my Orchids from this Woman because her passion for the species shows in every text, email and order that I get from her!!!
Debbie S.
I Love O'Dowd's orchids! Beautiful, healthy plants, lovingly and thoughtfully packaged, shipped with care! I couldn't hope for anything more. Thank you Colleen for allthat you do, I'm sure I shall place many more orders with O'Dowds!!
Bill S. From Minnesota
Excellent! I really enjoy working with O'Dowd's Orchids. They have gotten me addicted on their orchids. Excellent quality, personal service, great packing, and quick response. I made two orders in the last couple weeks because I had too! Didn't order enough the first time LOL.
Mary M.
The orchid arrived in great condition. I look forward to see the blooms.
Barbara H.
My plant arrived looking beautiful and healthy. It was obviously carefully wrapped and packaged, and I couldn't be happier. Thank you for doing a great job.
Patti F.
I just received my Coelogyne orchid and they arrived in great shape. I gave them water and I am keeping them in a ventilated and cool place. Again, O'Dowds haven't dissapointed the plants are well packaged and arrived very healthy. Thank you Colleen for the great service and pretty packaging. I am attaching the picture to show you what great plants arrived.
John From Arizona
Lovely orchids. Great price and fast delivery. No hassle shopping. I will definitely be coming back.
Pattie from Massachusetts
I need to make this known that I'm a novice orchid owner and the orchid I've purchased from O'Dowds have made me a true believer that anyone can grow orchids. They are the healthy most wonderful plants! I've never been able to see flowers under my care and these have been blooming no matter what size. I love my conversation with Colleen she is so helpful and definitely knows her orchids. I just want to say thank you! O'Dowds is definitely the place to buy great looking orchids it's my favorite place to keep buying them! Definitely worth looking at the website.
Donna From Massachusettes
I'm very interested in providing other orchid lovers with the following testimonial regarding my experience with your shop:
I have received some of the most beautiful orchids from O'Dowd's. Colleen is exceptionally knowledgeable and kind, and she cares about your satisfaction. The orchids are shipped beautifully, and timely, and the plants themselves are stunning.
Livia From Northern California
I thought you might like to hear that your beautiful plants arrived safe and sound, and I am delighted with both.
Keith From Florida
I was as very pleased with my purchase and the service I received. Response to my emails was prompt and my plant was received in good condition even though it had to travel across almost the entire country in very hot weather. It was obvious the great care had been taken with the (rather attractive) packaging.
Brenda P.
I am thoroughly enjoying this plant that Colleen suggested to me..... I can always count on her for pushing me outside my box and bringing new and beautiful plants into my life.
I can not tell you enough good things about Colleen and her care for her Orchids and the immaculate condition in which they always arrive at my home in!!! I have ordered from her in the dead of Winter and the middle of Summer..... And because I live in Kansas, some of these Season's happen in the matter of 24 hours!!! I will always order my Orchids from this Woman because her passion for the species shows in every text, email and order that I get from her!!!
Debbie S.
I Love O'Dowd's orchids! Beautiful, healthy plants, lovingly and thoughtfully packaged, shipped with care! I couldn't hope for anything more. Thank you Colleen for allthat you do, I'm sure I shall place many more orders with O'Dowds!!
Bill S. From Minnesota
Excellent! I really enjoy working with O'Dowd's Orchids. They have gotten me addicted on their orchids. Excellent quality, personal service, great packing, and quick response. I made two orders in the last couple weeks because I had too! Didn't order enough the first time LOL.
Mary M.
The orchid arrived in great condition. I look forward to see the blooms.
Barbara H.
My plant arrived looking beautiful and healthy. It was obviously carefully wrapped and packaged, and I couldn't be happier. Thank you for doing a great job.
Patti F.
I just received my Coelogyne orchid and they arrived in great shape. I gave them water and I am keeping them in a ventilated and cool place. Again, O'Dowds haven't dissapointed the plants are well packaged and arrived very healthy. Thank you Colleen for the great service and pretty packaging. I am attaching the picture to show you what great plants arrived.
John From Arizona
Lovely orchids. Great price and fast delivery. No hassle shopping. I will definitely be coming back.
Gerald From Florida
I have been interested in buying, growing, and reblooming orchids for my home, my backyard and my trees for over 10 years. I first met O'Dowds Orchids about 6 months ago by chance when I responded to an ad on-line. I was shocked at the response from that ad. The shipment came almost immediately; the package was incredibly wrapped and the orchids were mature, either in-bud as they were supposed to be or in-bloom as advertised. They were specular looking and the bloom lasted for months. When I had questions about these or other orchids, Colleen was always there for me - professional, quick, friendly and helpful. On a scale of 0 to 10, I rate O'Dowds Orchids with a 12.
Matthew From North Carolina
I just wanted to email you and tell you that my orchid arrived today and I’m beyond happy with how beautifully it was packaged an how beautiful the plant is, I will most definitely be ordering more from you!
Laine from Tennessee
O’Dowds Orchids is my favorite online orchid nursery. I have ordered from Colleen several times. Every shipment has been carefully packaged, and the plants have been lovely. Colleen answers questions quickly, shipping time is swift, and the prices are very reasonable. Thanks so much! Looking forward to my next purchase already.
Joanna From California
I received 2 orders, button fern, rabbit foot fern, and a dendrobium. The first order came with the box almost collapsed. The fern was in good shape and the dendrobium had the stick broken that was so carefully attached to the scape to preserve the buds.. Because of the care from the owner, Colleen O'Dowd, the dendrobium was in good shape and only 2 buds were broken off. The second order containing the button fern came in very good condition due to the care in which the fern was wrapped. I will suggest this vendor to anyone wanting to buy plants online!
John M. from Maryland
Just letting you know that the orchid arrived today in good condition. Thank you for taking such care with the (very pretty) packing. This is my only cymbidium so I'm looking forward to when it blooms.
Jared From Ohio
Just wanted to send a quick update thanking you for your gorgeous healthy orchids. Of all the orchids I have added in the last few years, the ones from you are the only ones truly thriving. I am not an expert by any means so I take full responsibility for the other plants not thriving as well. But your plants are joyous and remain so even after several seasons.
John From California
We did receive them, about a half an hour ago. The plants are beautiful, expertly packed. After we unpacked them, I put them in the greenhouse and watered them. Tomorrow, we’ll introduce them to their new home, outside, on the north side of our south fence.
Patti From Massachusetts
I received my order i am amazed at the beautiful packaging everything with a nice bow around it. The plants are beyond my expectation and are very beautiful and healthy. Thank you O'Dowds Orchid i plan on ordering from you in the coming days. Colleen is amazing!
Carolyn P.
Carefully packed and shipped quickly. Although the pseudobulbs look great and healthy, the leaves were somewhat damaged in shipping. I am now having a bit of possible brown spot in the leaves. Coleen was VERY helpful when I reached out for her to have a look at the plant.
Caleb K.
All was well as expected, five star.
Roger C.
Hands down the healthiest plants I have ever purchased online. Every attention has been paid to the care and quality of the plant.
Mary M.
The orchid arrived and will be planted in a pot near my other cymbidiums. I grow them outside year round and most are doing well. Five star.
Carl Z.
They were very pleasant people to deal with. Plants came as described.
Chris J.
I have purchased multiple Zygopetalums from O'Dowd's Orchids. All of them have been wonderful, healthy plants and all of them have bloomed with multiple flowers and nice fragrances.
Denise F.
Pack very well, protected the leaves, flower spike and the spike already in bloom. Beautiful plants.
Received an update about the shipping date, because it was shipping a few days later, the plant was well packaged and I received a good size healthy plant.
Frank C.
everything was perfect.. beautiful orchids, fast shipping.. Just what you expect from O'Dowds
Denise F.
I was pleasantly surprised to receive a personal response after I placed my order. The plants I received were healthy beautiful orchids. They are very easy to deal with.
Michael T.
The plant is healthy, the flower bud is growing, waiting for flowers to emerge.
Peggy F.
My two orchids came protected and wrapped to perfection!! One has already bloomed three flowers!!!!.
Debra N.
This is my new favorite orchid store. Colleen was a joy to work with. Orchids are gorgeous. Very well wrapped, they came quickly!!!.
Joseph P.
I received a very healthy plant. She won't be blooming until this Fall (if then... she's a young plant), but I am very pleased. Yes, I most emphatically DO recommend this seller.
Debra N.
This is my new favorite orchid store. Colleen was a joy to work with. Orchids are gorgeous. Very well wrapped, they came quickly!!!
John S.
Plants arrived in excellent condition and healthy.
Roberta S.
Arrived on time and in good condition. This was my first online orchid purchase and I was skeptical about quality. Didn't have to worry, all good! Five star.
Denise F.
OUTSTANDING! First off I was pretty surprised to get a personal message from the owner letting me know that despite the description stating the orchid was dormant it still had beautiful green leaves. The plants I received were in great shape, they were packed wonderfully. I will definitely do business with them again.
Susan B.
This is the 4th orchid I purchased from Colleen. Gorgeous orchids that are packed with exceptional care and arrive quickly. Great communication also!
Mary C.
My Orchid arrived healthy and well packed for the trip. My orchid turned out to be the exact (or very similar) to the orchid in the picture on your website. (I was very pleased).) Very healthy orchid. I would order again for other orchid plants. Kudos to you and your company.
Mary M.
The ordering on the website was simple. The Orchids arrived in excellent shape showing much care in the wrapping process.
Darrell B
Jul 7, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
Have purchased many orchids from Colleen over the years. Her plants are always in tip top condition. They are packaged with care . She is open for a quick question . If you are a beginner or have some experience with orchids , her store always has a fantastic selection. Colleen is even open to trying to find that special variety you are looking for if she can . Highly recommend.
Laine from Tennessee
O’Dowds Orchids is my favorite online orchid nursery. I have ordered from Colleen several times. Every shipment has been carefully packaged, and the plants have been lovely. Colleen answers questions quickly, shipping time is swift, and the prices are very reasonable. Thanks so much! Looking forward to my next purchase already.
Joanna From California
I received 2 orders, button fern, rabbit foot fern, and a dendrobium. The first order came with the box almost collapsed. The fern was in good shape and the dendrobium had the stick broken that was so carefully attached to the scape to preserve the buds.. Because of the care from the owner, Colleen O'Dowd, the dendrobium was in good shape and only 2 buds were broken off. The second order containing the button fern came in very good condition due to the care in which the fern was wrapped. I will suggest this vendor to anyone wanting to buy plants online!
Mary G. From Idaho
A huge orchid, about two feet tall, in a five inch pot. Gorgeous. Packed perfectly. Will be back to this shop!
John M. from Maryland
Just letting you know that the orchid arrived today in good condition. Thank you for taking such care with the (very pretty) packing. This is my only cymbidium so I'm looking forward to when it blooms.
Jared From Ohio
Just wanted to send a quick update thanking you for your gorgeous healthy orchids. Of all the orchids I have added in the last few years, the ones from you are the only ones truly thriving. I am not an expert by any means so I take full responsibility for the other plants not thriving as well. But your plants are joyous and remain so even after several seasons.
John From California
We did receive them, about a half an hour ago. The plants are beautiful, expertly packed. After we unpacked them, I put them in the greenhouse and watered them. Tomorrow, we’ll introduce them to their new home, outside, on the north side of our south fence.
Patti From Massachusetts
I received my order i am amazed at the beautiful packaging everything with a nice bow around it. The plants are beyond my expectation and are very beautiful and healthy. Thank you O'Dowds Orchid i plan on ordering from you in the coming days. Colleen is amazing!
Carolyn P.
Carefully packed and shipped quickly. Although the pseudobulbs look great and healthy, the leaves were somewhat damaged in shipping. I am now having a bit of possible brown spot in the leaves. Coleen was VERY helpful when I reached out for her to have a look at the plant.
Caleb K.
All was well as expected, five star.
Roger C.
Hands down the healthiest plants I have ever purchased online. Every attention has been paid to the care and quality of the plant.
Mary M.
The orchid arrived and will be planted in a pot near my other cymbidiums. I grow them outside year round and most are doing well. Five star.
Carl Z.
They were very pleasant people to deal with. Plants came as described.
Chris J.
I have purchased multiple Zygopetalums from O'Dowd's Orchids. All of them have been wonderful, healthy plants and all of them have bloomed with multiple flowers and nice fragrances.
Denise F.
Pack very well, protected the leaves, flower spike and the spike already in bloom. Beautiful plants.
Received an update about the shipping date, because it was shipping a few days later, the plant was well packaged and I received a good size healthy plant.
Frank C.
everything was perfect.. beautiful orchids, fast shipping.. Just what you expect from O'Dowds
Denise F.
I was pleasantly surprised to receive a personal response after I placed my order. The plants I received were healthy beautiful orchids. They are very easy to deal with.
Michael T.
The plant is healthy, the flower bud is growing, waiting for flowers to emerge.
Peggy F.
My two orchids came protected and wrapped to perfection!! One has already bloomed three flowers!!!!.
Debra N.
This is my new favorite orchid store. Colleen was a joy to work with. Orchids are gorgeous. Very well wrapped, they came quickly!!!.
Joseph P.
I received a very healthy plant. She won't be blooming until this Fall (if then... she's a young plant), but I am very pleased. Yes, I most emphatically DO recommend this seller.
Debra N.
This is my new favorite orchid store. Colleen was a joy to work with. Orchids are gorgeous. Very well wrapped, they came quickly!!!
John S.
Plants arrived in excellent condition and healthy.
Roberta S.
Arrived on time and in good condition. This was my first online orchid purchase and I was skeptical about quality. Didn't have to worry, all good! Five star.
Denise F.
OUTSTANDING! First off I was pretty surprised to get a personal message from the owner letting me know that despite the description stating the orchid was dormant it still had beautiful green leaves. The plants I received were in great shape, they were packed wonderfully. I will definitely do business with them again.
Susan B.
This is the 4th orchid I purchased from Colleen. Gorgeous orchids that are packed with exceptional care and arrive quickly. Great communication also!
Mary C.
My Orchid arrived healthy and well packed for the trip. My orchid turned out to be the exact (or very similar) to the orchid in the picture on your website. (I was very pleased).) Very healthy orchid. I would order again for other orchid plants. Kudos to you and your company.
Mary M.
The ordering on the website was simple. The Orchids arrived in excellent shape showing much care in the wrapping process.
Barry R.
Jul 30, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars Very large healthy virus free plant. Thank you!
Rlc. Kilauea Sunrise 'Dark Splash' - FRAGRANT
Barry R.
Jul 30, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
Very large healthy virus free plant. Thank you!
Rlc. Yuki Akatsuka 'Volcano Gold' - FRAGRANT
Jane D
Jul 29, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
Beautifully grown plants packed to ship with immense care. This is where I will find my next purchases.
Sheryl C
Jul 25, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
These are great pots, I need more orchids and more pots
Sheryl C
Jul 25, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
Description
My first time to order and will not be my last. My orchid came thoughtfully wrapped and so healthy. I am so pleased with my plant and complete order.
Rlc. Fire Jewel 'Volcano Orange'
Kristine S
Review Date
Jul 24, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
I highly recommend this seller. Seller was very prompt with questions and quick with the shipping. This orchid arrived exceptionally well packed and I was very impressed with the size and appearance. I am thrilled with my purchase. Thank you!
Cymbidium Vanna Rose x Yai 'Monica'
Ellen F
Jul 24, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
These pots arrived in near perfect condition! I highly recommend O'Dowd's orchids. I have 20 or more orchids and my habineria orchids will need bigger and deeper pots next year. These pots will be perfect! Thank you so much! Ellen Fraser
O'Dowd's Orchids Teardrop Bowl Pot 7" across by 5" deep
Charles A C
Jul 8, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
Description
I am very happy with my Hawaiian Wedding Song "Virgin" orchid I purchased. It is larger than I expected and a beautiful plant.
Rlc. Hawaiian Wedding Song 'Virgin'
Darrell B
Jul 7, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
Have purchased many orchids from Colleen over the years. Her plants are always in tip top condition. They are packaged with care . She is open for a quick question . If you are a beginner or have some experience with orchids , her store always has a fantastic selection. Colleen is even open to trying to find that special variety you are looking for if she can . Highly recommend
Kristine S
Jul 24, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
I highly recommend this seller. Seller was very prompt with questions and quick with the shipping. This orchid arrived exceptionally well packed and I was very impressed with the size and appearance. I am thrilled with my purchase. Thank you!
Cymbidium Vanna Rose x Yai 'Monica'
Darrell B
May 26, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
I have purchased over 25 orchids in the past two years. The plants are always are in top shape . They are packaged with care . Always available if you have a question or concern . Highly recommend you won’t be disappointed
Rlc. Hawaiian Wedding Song 'Virgin'
Brenda P
Jul 20, 2024
5.00 out of 5 stars
I am thoroughly enjoying this plant that Colleen suggested to me..... I can always count on her for pushing me outside my box and bringing new and beautiful plants into my life <3
Brenda P
Jul 20, 2024
5.00 out of 5 stars
I can not tell you enough good things about Colleen and her care for her Orchids and the immaculate condition in which they always arrive at my home in!!! I have ordered from her in the dead of Winter and the middle of Summer..... And because I live in Kansas, some of these Season's happen in the matter of 24 hours!!! I will always order my Orchids from this Woman because her passion for the species shows in every text, email and order that I get from her!!!
Debbie S
Jun 24, 2024
Star Rating 5.00 out of 5 stars
I Love O'Dowd's orchids! Beautiful, healthy plants, lovingly and thoughtfully packaged, shipped with care! I couldn't hope for anything more. Thank you Colleen for all that you do, I'm sure I shall place many more orders with O'Dowds!!
Product: Coeloygne Burfordiense-parishii
Darrell B
Jul 7, 2025
5.00 out of 5 stars
Have purchased many orchids from Colleen over the years. Her plants are always in tip top condition. They are packaged with care . She is open for a quick question . If you are a beginner or have some experience with orchids , her store always has a fantastic selection. Colleen is even open to trying to find that special variety you are looking for if she can . Highly recommend
Rlc Joyful Love Volcan Queen
