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Striped 'Alba'

Striped 'Alba'

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Bletilla striata ' Alba ' is a beautiful selection of Bletilla striata. This species is renowned for its cold hardiness and ease of cultivation , making it particularly popular with both novice gardeners and orchid enthusiasts. Its versatility allows it to be grown successfully both in pots and in the open ground .

Description

The flowering of this garden orchid is very abundant, the delicate flowers 3-4 cm in diameter bloom in a cascade of pure white, and the labellum, as the years go by, becomes enriched with subtle pink shades. Its long leaves, slender and of an intense green, with a narrow and folded shape, complete the enchantment of this plant, perfect for any green corner.

Growing

  • Hardiess: up to -12/-17°C
  • Blooming period: V-VI (May-Jun)
  • Exposure: prefers sun or partial shade
  • Soil: well drained
  • Height on delivery: adult plant or rhizome (if dormant)
  • Maximum height: 50-70 cm

Information

  • Plants in 12cm Ø pots have up to 2 sprouts
  • Plants in 17cm Ø pots have up to 4 sprouts
  • Plants in a 23cm Ø pot have more than 10 sprouts

The plants are mature and well developed with several growth points.You will receive flowered plants (or about to bloom), if the purchase occurs during the flowering period. If it occurs during autumn and winter, the plants will be dormant and you will receive a pot with dormant rhizomes.

The plants Images are for inspiration, showing you how they will grow over time.

Remember we have a limited number of specimens and online sales of Bletilla may be subject to pre-orders.

Photo © GEA

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