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- These orchids are hardy - selection of beautiful garden orchids
- Spectacular and hardy - The lady's slipper orchid
- Native orchids trump with robust hardiness
- Hardy orchids from distant lands
- Tips
The forest hyacinth, a native orchid species, is hardy
These orchids are hardy - selection of beautiful garden orchids
Garden-suitable orchids were until a few years ago a beautiful dream. Thanks to new findings and competent breeders, we no longer have to do without the exotic flower magic outdoors. Explore a selection of winter hardy orchids for bed and balcony.
Spectacular and hardy - The lady's slipper orchid
Their large flowers are reminiscent of shoes when they decorate the garden from May to July. The orchid genus Cypripedium brings us magnificent hybrids that are not only hardy but also very easy to care for. With a stature height of 35-40 cm, lady's slipper orchids like to set colorful accents in the tub on the balcony.
Native orchids trump with robust hardiness
Orchid species native to Germany continue the exotic flower festival of their exotic species in the flower bed. Equipped with a winter hardiness of up to - 28 degrees Celsius, they thrive perennial, just like any other classic perennial. These genera and species have made a name for themselves as hardy garden orchids:
The White Waldvogel (Cephalanthera damasonium) should not be missed in this selection of hardy orchids. The orchid of the year 2019 enchants with ivory-colored flowers that gather in groups of 6 to 20 single flowers on the tightly erect inflorescence. From mid-May to mid-July, the beautiful flowering continues.
Hardy orchids from distant lands
The Japanese Orchid (Bletilla striata) is in terms of winter hardiness the native orchids in any way. In the partially shady spot with well-drained soil, the easy-to-maintain garden orchid quickly proliferates, so that within a few years, dense clumps of countless pinkish-red flowers attract attention.
The Tibetan orchid (Pleione) tolerates still frosty temperatures down to -10 degrees Celsius. In winter-mild or protected locations, equipped with frost protection from leaves or garden fleece, the flowering spectacle repeats itself every year.
Tips
Best planting time for hardy garden orchids is autumn. This is especially true for the native species, such as the yellow lady slipper orchid. Choose a sheltered, partially shaded location in the field with a fine-crumbly, fresh-moist soil. In small groups of three, the noble flower beauties are particularly well presented.
