The flamboyant corsage orchid, producing large, often fragrant ruffled blooms in vivid lavender, pink and white from stout pseudobulbs. A showpiece orchid for bright, warm, airy positions.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 50 cm H × 40 cm W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Cattleya Orchid
Cattleya hybrid is a moderate-growing perennial in the Orchidaceae family. It reaches around 50 cm tall and 40 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Purple, pink and white flowers appear in autumn and spring.
Where to grow Cattleya Orchid
Cattleya Orchid suits tropical and subtropical climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Cattleya Orchid does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Cattleya Orchid is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Cattleya Orchid after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Cattleya Orchid in the garden
Cattleya Orchid earns its place for pots and courtyard containers, its fragrance and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Cattleya Orchid with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and tropical climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
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