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Ground Orchid

Graceful, arching leaves and long stalks bearing vibrant flower clusters are easily cultivated in the landscape or containers. For accent, specimen or seasonal color. In hot climates, provide some shade.

Companion Plants

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Plant Details

  • Common name

    Ground Orchid

  • Botanical name

    Spathoglottis plicata

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 10 (30°F) to USDA Zone 11 (40°F).

  • Light

    Part sun

  • Height

    15-18" (38-46 cm)

  • Habit

    Clumping

  • Feed

    Regularly

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Purple

  • Bloom Time

    Spring-winter

  • Maintenance

    Mulch to reduce weeds