It has become
increasingly clear that now is the time to permanently close the Dowery.
The twenty year trip has been quite eventful. As I have aged
significantly, I can no longer take care of the orchid business and run
the farm at the same time. Since the farm is where I live, work eat and
sleep - it has to continue.
During the early part of 2010 I lost contact
with my major supplier of species and that has contributed greatly to my
closing. Frankly, I think it isn't much fun to sell material that all
other growers also has available. Dealing with the 'exotics' has ruined
my taste for the 'ordinary' ... and although that sounds a bit 'snooty',
it is true.
Also, all costs, including importing,
growing, marketing and shipping have increased significantly during the
past couple of years and one can only see that continuing in the
future...making a small profit even smaller.
So, thank for the ride and I wish all of you
well in your growing experiences, and hope they bring many awards along
the way.
Best regards, Dwayne
PS: I will maintain my web site for a bit
longer. I will also securely retain your e-mail address, allowing no one
access to them.