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Bletilla striata/Chinese Ground Orchid
Long, narrow leaves and pinkish-purple flowers
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Long, narrow leaves and pinkish-purple flowers
Spring flowers and a couple of dried seed pods
Dried seed pod
Flowers and dried seed pods
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Scientific Name:
Bletilla striata
Common Name:
Chinese Ground Orchid
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Hardiness Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Height:
1-2 feet
Spread:
to 1 foot
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
Pink, Purple
Light Exposure:
Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Slow
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
Best grown in rich, organic soil. Mulch in zone 5 during winter to protect pseudobulbs. Will not grow in hot afternoon sun. Provide a porous, well drained soil and shade during the hot parts of the day in the Lower South.