Bletilla striata

Bletilla striata, usually called earth orchid or Japanese orchid in Dutch, is a bushy swamp plant with ground-shaped, ribbed, sword-shaped, medium green leaves. The main bloom of this orchid takes place in June and July, the flowers are violet pink to purple, orchid-like with a three-lobed lower lip. Bletilla striata prefers a position in partial shade or light shade and moist, well-drained, fertile soil. It is fairly hardy but will appreciate a good protective layer with mulch. Although it prefers moist soil, this earth orchid is also quite drought tolerant, it also tolerates sea wind and air pollution quite well, is disease resistant but can sometimes suffer from aphids, red spider mites and mealy bugs.

Are sold per 4.

Price is for 4 pieces.