Bletilla striata
- Perennial
- Award of Garden Merit (AGM)
- 40-50 cm high
- Purple flowers
- Very hardy
Hyacinth orchid, originally from Japan. For humus-rich soil, hardy in the Netherlands and Belgium. Flowers in July, height 50 cm. Hardiness zone 7-9. Bulb size I. CITES: Not for Switzerland.
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 8 - 12 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 40 - 50 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | June - July |
| Flower colour | Lilac, Light pink |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -25°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade, Filtered |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Average, Moist |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | High |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Bletilla striata |
|---|---|
| Genus | Bletilla |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Common names | NL: Japanse orchidee |
| Awards | Award of Garden Merit (AGM) |
