Orchid-Gramm. Elegans


                                     ID#1033

 

Gramm.= Grammatophyllum


2 to 4 foot tall arching inflorescences  These beautiful orchid will bloom with hundreds of one inch fragrant flowers, usually lasting 4-6 weeks.

Two types of roots make the base of this plant stand out. Ariel roots growing upward should be left uncover, with time it will form its own basket-like base.


Hybrid:

HEIGHT X SPREAD: Large PLANT TYPE: Orchid -Evergreen GROWTH RATE: Moderate TEXTURE: bold LIGHT: filtered light, only. WATER: moist but well drained, high humidity 60-70 % SOIL: Hanging basket or clay pot with orchid bark mix.
As observed in Coastal NC. BLOOMS: long spray of bronish blooms with yellow rim. FRUIT AND SEED: N/A, propagate by division. KEY FEATURES: Plant is a fast grower and will quickly fill any container. Heavy feeder and plenty of water during growth period. Place snail bait near by to protect emerging blooms.
A year cycle in the life of ...... at Mooring Hitch Mature plant received bareroot . -Jan. 2016: Placed in (1) 6” clay pot with medium Orchiata mix. Plant enjoys high light. Water every 7-10 days depending on enviroment. -Feb. 2017: (1) clay 6” /O/ Short. Hold water in winter -March 2018: moved to (1) 6” Woodbasket.
          Mooring Hitch Gardens       
 

Additional Information: www.carmelaorchids.net

Carmela orchids Inc.  Phone (808) 963-6189    P.O. Box 277, Hakalau, Hawaii 96710

Oct. 25, 2012

waiting for flowers !

March 2018