Cypripedium Hank Small gx (Lady's Slipper Orchid)
Hank Small Lady's Slipper Orchid
Cypripedium Hank Small (Lady's Slipper Orchid) is a deciduous, hardy orchid noted for its prominent yellow pouch surrounded by rich burgundy, long and twisted tepals. Blooming in late spring, the ravishing blossoms are borne on upright stems, usually bearing up to two flowers, above the foliage of ovate to elliptic, bright green leaves. Easy to grow, Cypripedium Hank Small is perfect for the shaded garden or patio containers.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 12-18 in. tall and wide (30-45 cm).
- Thrives in part shade (ideally with some morning sun) in moist, fertile, humus-rich, slightly alkaline, well-drained soils. Site in a sheltered location. Provide an annual winter mulch of leaf mold.
- Excellent choice for borders, city gardens, cottage gardens, underplanting shrubs and roses, and containers.
- Propagate by division in early or mid-spring and replant immediately. Some soil from the root ball, which contains beneficial fungi, should be planted with each division.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for slugs and gray molds.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 4
– 7 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Orchids, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Cypripedium - Laddy Slippers |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" (45cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 4
– 7 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Orchids, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Cypripedium - Laddy Slippers |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" (45cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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