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  • … flowers at each node. Plant this bluebeard in full sun and in sandy, well-drained soil for best long-term survival in the Chicago region, where they don’t do well in heavy clay soil in … known by outperforming its parent (basically smothered it). The specific epithet (fancy word for species name) celebrates the city of Clandon ( clandonensis translating into "from the city …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … the dark purple lip on this Cattleya orchid with the famous scent. Cattleyas are challenging for homeowners, unless they can be placed under high-quality grow lamps in the winter months. … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … appear in winter on this cattleya orchid hybrid. Cattleyas and their relatives are challenging for homeowners unless they have high quality grow lamps available and the ability to maintain … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … orchid flowers on each flowering stem appear in winter. Cattleya orchids are challenging for Chicago area gardeners to grow, requiring high quality grow lamps and high humidity in … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … this cattleya hybrid that features 3 to 5 flowers per stem. Cattleya orchids are challenging for many Chicago area gardeners because they require high quality grow lights and the ability to … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … high humidity, excellent air movement and very well drained potting media. A challenging plant for most homeowners. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … during the Orchid Show. They require a distinct cool treatment in late fall to set flower buds for the following season. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … purple spots with variations in amount of spotting from one plant to the next. The parents for this selection are all native to lowland tropical jungles in and around New Guinea. Very high … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … This orchid needs full sun and moist soil conditions. If taken outdoors for the summer, it may need shade from direct sunlight. From midwinter to early spring it … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … are produced up and down the canes (pseudobulbs) of this orchid. This is a challenging plant for most homeowners to successfully maintain without the benefit of a greenhouse to control … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant