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Emm's Plant House

Cymbidium mixed 14cm H85cm

Cymbidium mixed 14cm H85cm

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A selection of Cymbidium hybrids prized for their elegant sprays and long bloom time. They prefer bright light, cool nights, and free drainage.

  • Full Botanical Name: Cymbidium hybrids
  • Common Names: Boat Orchids
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Hybrid lineage from Asian Cymbidium species
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: (Hybrid) emulate bright, cool, airy forest edges with seasonal moisture

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright light with some morning sun
  • Ideal Room: Bright windows, cool porch/greenhouse
  • Feeding: Orchid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks spring–autumn
  • Humidity: 40–60% with airflow
  • Ideal Temperature: 10–15°C (50–59°F) nights help spiking
  • Watering: Evenly moist in growth; slightly drier in winter
  • Pet/Child Safe: Generally non-toxic to cats and dogs (orchids considered non-toxic by ASPCA). Precaution: ingestion may still cause GI upset; keep away from pets, reptiles/amphibians, and children.
  • Soil Type: Coarse orchid bark mix
  • Propagation: Division at repot
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 40–90 cm tall; clumps widen with age
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Pests and Treatment: Scale/mealybugs—treat promptly
  • Repotting: 2–3 yearly post-bloom
  • Pruning: Remove spent spikes and old leaves
  • Air Purification: Minor benefit
  • Folklore: Orchids symbolize refinement and rare beauty
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