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Large, feathery, colourful stems appear in April and continue to flower through until July each year. Divine Dactylorhiza Collection brings you spires of intricately marked open-mouthed blooms radiating forth in dappled light. From March to September the bright green, sword-like, spotty foliage is retained for further interest. These are truly rare and exotic looking orchid blooms which will add a touch of excitement and exoticism to your garden.You can be confident when you purchase Divine Dactylorhiza Collection that these beauties have been grown ethically. Sadly, indiscriminate collecting of these unusual and exciting plants has led to their near extinction in the wild so sustainable sourcing is vital. Grow plants from the Divine Dactylorhiza Collection in a pot for at least the first year to allow them to fully establish before planting out. All prefer moist, well-drained and humus rich soil which benefits from a spot in dappled shade (to emulate their natural, woodland environment). Hardy, herbaceous perennials. Collection comprises:fuchsii H&S: 50-60cm maculata H&S: 50-60cmmajalis H&S: 30-45cm
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Key Information
| Included In this Collection | Dactylorhiza majalis 9cm pot | Dactylorhiza maculata 9cm pot | Dactylorhiza fuchsii 9cm Pot |
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| Latin Name | Dactylorhiza majalis 9cm pot | ||
| Common Name | Broad-leaved marsh orchid | ||
| Hardiness | H6 (-15 to -20°C) | ||
| Colour | Purple | ||
| Type | Perennial | ||
| Format | 9cm Pots | ||
| Position | Part-Shade, Part-Sun | ||
| Foliage | Deciduous | ||
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.45 | ||
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.30 | ||
| Soil Conditions | Clay Loam | ||
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral | ||
| Aspect | East-facing, North-facing, West-facing | ||
| Good for pots | Yes | ||
| Good for Ponds | Yes | ||
| Good for wildlife | Yes | ||
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
