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Chinese Ground Orchid
Bletilla striata 'Pink'
This Chinese Ground Orchid is a graceful and interesting variety with pink flowers to enjoy during spring and early summer.
This relatively easy-to-grow orchid produces slender, pleated leaves. In late spring, arching stems of pink orchid flowers appear. A real curiosity, treasured in the shady rock garden. Although fairly hardy, it may be grown in a pot to overwinter inside where winters are extremely cold. If left outside over winter, beware of late spring frosts, and cover the emerging leaves if necessary. At its best in a cool, woodland situation where the rhizomes can slowly spread. Flowers are occasionally white.
Characteristics:
Blooms late spring to early summer
8-12 In
5-9 Find your zone
Partial Shade
Features and Usage:
Greenhouse Growing Instructions:
Grow at 48-55°F to promote root growth while keeping evenly moist and provide shade. Once actively growing, fertilizer can be applied.
Plants Per Gallon: 1
Transplanting Instructions:
For best results, use quart size pot. Fill pot with well draining soil, place root in pot and cover with 2" of soil.
Homeowner Planting and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in moist soil in partial shade.
