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Bletilla striata 'Alba'

Family Orchidaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Bletilla striata 'Alba' (Chinese ground orchid) bears salmon blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour. Bletilla striata 'Alba' (Chinese ground orchid) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, cut flowers, edging, specimen and woodland.