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Cypripedium calceolus var. pubescens

Family Cypripediaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Cypripedium calceolus var. pubescens (yellow lady's-slipper orchid) bears bright yellow blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is faded green in colour. A specimen plant, Cypripedium calceolus var. pubescens (yellow lady's-slipper orchid) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, edging, specimen, wild flower and woodland.