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.
Bletilla striata in the garden
- wildlife: for bees
- use: cutflower
botanical information about Bletilla striata
- Botanical name: Bletilla striata
- Genus: Bletilla
- Family: Orchidaceae
- Other names: Japanse orchidee
Features Bletilla striata
| height: | 40-50 cm |
| flowering: | June - July |
| color: | lilac, light pink |
| leaf color: | green |
| habit: | ascending |
| growth: | medium |
| light: | morning sun, evening sun, open shade, filtered |
| moisture: | average, moist |
| soil texture: | pervious, light, normal |
| organic matter: | high |
| pH: | neutral |
| winter zone: | 5 [-25°C] |
| density: | 8 - 12 |
