An orchid grown for its airy branched sprays of many small flowers, most often in cheerful yellow and brown, fluttering like dancing ladies. A free-flowering choice for warm, bright positions.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 60 cm H × 40 cm W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Dancing Lady Orchid
Botanically, Oncidium hybrid is a moderate-growing perennial in the Orchidaceae family. It reaches around 60 cm tall and 40 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Yellow flowers appear in autumn.
Where to grow Dancing Lady Orchid
Dancing Lady Orchid suits tropical and subtropical climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Dancing Lady 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
Dancing Lady Orchid does best with regular, moderate watering. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Prune Dancing Lady Orchid after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a moderate maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Dancing Lady Orchid in the garden
Dancing Lady Orchid earns its place for pots and courtyard containers 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 easier irrigation and care, group Dancing Lady Orchid with species that also favour regular, moderate watering and tropical climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Dancing Lady Orchid
Plant Sale lists Dancing Lady Orchid as potted plants. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
