Orchids
Cypripedium 'Gabriela'
Cypripedium 'Gabriela' is a hybrid hardy orchid with large, egg-like flowers featuring cream or yellow pouches and chartreuse sepals veined with purple. It grows to a height of 18 inches and blooms in April. This woodland plant prefers well-drained, compost-rich soils and light, high shade. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance and is primarily pollinated by bees.
Phragmipedium 'Samuel Crothers'
Phragmipedium 'Samuel Crothers' is a hybrid orchid known for its impressive slipper-like flowers with vibrant colors. It thrives in high humidity, moderate temperatures, and indirect light, requiring consistent soil moisture.
Cattleya warneri
Cattleya warneri is a species of orchid known for its labiate flowers and diploid chromosome number of 2n = 40. This orchid is appreciated for its unique genetic characteristics and elegant blooms.
Dracula dalessandroi
Dracula dalessandroi is an orchid native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, known for its maroon, white, and yellow flowers with long sepals resembling dragon fangs. It thrives in cool, moist, shaded environments with high humidity and good air circulation.
Diodonopsis erinacea
This epiphytic orchid resembles a porcupinefish and thrives in warm and humid environments.
Calanthe 'Kojima Orange'
Calanthe 'Kojima Orange' is a hybrid orchid with striking orange flowers featuring a yellow to butterscotch lip. The plant has pleated green basal foliage and produces 10-inch flower stalks. It is evergreen in most winters and prefers average to slightly moist woodland soils.
Stanhopea whittenii
Stanhopea whittenii is an orchid native to Central and South America, thriving in humid rainforest environments. It is known for its large, fragrant flowers with deep maroon or brownish hues and white or yellow patterns. The pendulous blooms hang on long stems, and their fragrance is likened to ripe fruit, making this orchid a captivating addition to tropical plant collections.
Dracula spectrum
Dracula spectrum is a unique orchid species with wide and shallow flowers in vibrant red, green, and purple hues. Its intricate petal and sepal patterns make it a standout in any orchid collection.
Bulbophyllum 'Elizabeth Ann Buckleberry'
Bulbophyllum 'Elizabeth Ann Buckleberry' is a rare orchid species known for its small, intricate flowers in shades of purple and green. It requires high humidity and warm temperatures to thrive. This unique orchid is a fascinating addition to any collection, offering a glimpse into the diverse world of epiphytic plants.
Porroglossum hirtzii
Porroglossum hirtzii is a miniature orchid native to the cloud forests of Ecuador and Colombia. It features intricate flowers and requires cool temperatures, high humidity, and well-ventilated conditions to thrive.
Neomoorea wallisii
Neomoorea wallisii is a rare and striking orchid species native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It features robust growth with large leaves and towering inflorescences of creamy white or pale yellow flowers with pink or purple markings. This orchid thrives in humid, warm conditions with indirect, bright light and requires a well-drained growing medium.
Brassolaeliocattleya 'Haadyai Delight Bangprom' X Brassolaeliocattleya 'pamela H'
Brassolaeliocattleya 'Haadyai Delight Bangprom' X Brassolaeliocattleya 'pamela H' is a stunning orchid hybrid with large, fragrant flowers in shades of pink, yellow, and white. It prefers bright, indirect light and moderate watering.
Cypripedium 'Barry Phillips'
Cypripedium 'Barry Phillips' is a hybrid orchid with large yellow pouches and sepals, known for its multi-flowered trait. This woodland plant prefers well-drained, compost-rich soils and average moisture levels. It is maintenance-free once established and thrives in part sun to light shade. Bees are the primary pollinators, making it an attractive addition to naturalistic garden settings.
Trichocentrum lanceanum
Trichocentrum lanceanum is an orchid species native to Central America, known for its attractive and often fragrant flowers. It thrives in environments with suitable temperature, humidity, and air circulation. This orchid can be found from Trinidad to southern tropical America, making it a diverse and adaptable plant.
Stanhopea connata
Stanhopea connata is an orchid species found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, known for its large flowers with a pungent smell. It grows at altitudes from 1,000 to 2,000 meters and features flowers that are 4.75 to 5.5 inches in size. This orchid is a unique addition to any collection.
Cypripedium 'Eurasia'
Cypripedium 'Eurasia' is a hybrid orchid with 15-inch tall stalks and large rosy purple pouches. It prefers very well-drained, compost-rich soils and thrives in light, high shade. Once established, it is maintenance-free and attracts bees as primary pollinators, adding exotic beauty to shaded gardens.
Masdevallia norops
Masdevallia norops is a miniature epiphytic orchid found in the cloud forests of Ecuador and Peru. It grows at elevations of 4,900 to 9,200 feet and thrives in cool to cold conditions. The plant features slender, erect, blackish stems and single apical, coriaceous leaves, making it a unique addition to orchid collections.