Cypripedium x ventricosum (Lady's Slipper Orchid)
Cypripedium Ventricosum gx, Cypripedium Vintri gx, Cypripedium x barbeyi
Cypripedium x ventricosum (Lady's Slipper Orchid) is a deciduous, hardy orchid noted for its showy deep pink flowers. Blooming in mid to late spring, the ravishing blossoms feature a white pouch heavily veined and speckled with deep pink and purple surrounded by purple-striped tepals. The sophisticated flowers are borne singly or in pairs, atop upright stems above the foliage of ovate, parallel-veined leaves. Cypripedium x ventricosum is an orchid hybrid that combines the European Cypripedium calceolus and the Siberian Cypripedium macranthos. Vigorous and beautiful, it is perfect for shaded gardens or patio containers.
- 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 (Mid,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 | 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 (Mid,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 | Showy |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |