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I've grown tropical orchids for many years, mostly cool-growing miniature orchids, but in recent years have become interested in native orchids as well. We live in western Washington State and have in the state a total of 42 native orchids including varieties. Most of these we have seen including some that are rare and hard to find. Since we are also avid hikers and backpackers, our love for native orchids has become another facet of our love for the outdoors and fits well with our interest i…