Calanthe tricarinata (Japanese Hardy Orchid)

Calanthe tricarinata (Japanes Hardy Orchid)

Zone: 6 - 9
Natural Range: China, Japan
Soil: Moist, humus rich, well drained
Light: Part shade, Shade

Attributes: Evergreen, 12” tall. Blooms in spring. Blooms are lemon yellow with red lip. Foliage is rounded with deep pleating.

Notes: This is a very reliable bloomer, in the PNW they are the first Calanthe to bloom. They do not multiply fast but are strong plants. Plant next to rocks or mixed in the shady perennial garden. Like most orchids these usually take a season or two to settle in.Calanthe prefer rich soil, that is well drining such as a mounded planting bed. Give them pleanty of open filtered light, avoiding the hot sun.