Nun Orchid

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This robust orchid has spectacular silvery white and maroon flowers. Once buds begin to open, flowers will continue to bloom for a month or longer. Add an exotic touch to home, office or other area with this easy-to-grow orchid. Keep soil evenly moist, not wet. Prefers bright, diffused sunlight. Avoid direct sun.

Companion Plants

Spreading Juniper

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Spreading Juniper

Junipers are wonderfully easy to grow. There are many sizes and shapes available to fit any landscape need. Most are hardy, durable, and require little maintenance. Evergreen foliage contrasts strikingly with other juniper, redtwig dogwood, and barberry. Tolerates any well-drained soil type.

Common Boxwood

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Common Boxwood

Handsome evergreen shrub is very tolerant of pruning and shaping. Well-suited for topiary, entryways or hedging. Flowers in spring are insignificant but very fragrant. Prune in summer. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil and some shade.

Yaupon Holly

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Yaupon Holly

Broadleaf evergreen shrub. Dwarf spreading habit with tiny, lustrous leaves. Self-fruiting form. Red fruit ripens in fall.

Details

Common name

Nun Orchid

Botanical name

Phaius tankervilleae

Zone

USDA 10 - 11

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Bloom time

spring-summer

Light

sun

Height

36-48" (91-122 cm)

Habit

clumping

Water

1-2 times per week

Feed

once a month

Maintenance

protect from winter winds