Epipactis gigantea (Stream Orchid, Chatterbox)

Zone: 2 - 9
Natural Range: PNW
Soil: Moist, humus rich
Light: Part shade, sun

Attributes: Deciduous, 12” - 18" tall. Blooms in summer. Yellow-green, purple-red lip and petals

Notes: This orhcid gets it fun common name from the way the lower lip moves up and down in the wind. The are vigours multipliers when happy and should be given at least a four foot by four foot space. Plant these in a sand, pummice and peat mix with a bit of compost.