Marsh Orchid, Robust Marsh Orchid, Stately Dactylorhiza, Orchis elata
Dactylorhiza elata (Robust Marsh Orchid) is a tuberous terrestrial orchid boasting flamboyant spikes, 8 in. long (20 cm), crowded with reddish-purple flowers, 1 in. across (2.5 cm). Blooming from late spring to early summer, the blossoms are borne atop stems bearing narrowly oblong leaves, 6-10 in. long (15-25 cm), spotted with burgundy and arranged spirally along the stems. Native to the western Mediterranean region, Robust Marsh Orchid grows naturally in humid and wet grasslands of tall grasses and rushes with very wet calcareous soils or soils flushed by calcareous waters. This species does not reproduce until its third year. Easy to grow, it is ideal for a rock or woodland garden, in a wildflower meadow and looks superb when planted among grasses or in informal borders.
Hardiness |
6 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
6 - 8 |
Plant Type | Orchids, Perennials |
Plant Family | Orchidaceae |
Genus | Dactylorhiza |
Common names | Orchid |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 6" - 2' (15cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 12" - 18" (30cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
Hardiness |
6 - 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
6 - 8 |
Plant Type | Orchids, Perennials |
Plant Family | Orchidaceae |
Genus | Dactylorhiza |
Common names | Orchid |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 6" - 2' (15cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 12" - 18" (30cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
How many Dactylorhiza elata (Robust Marsh Orchid) do I need for my garden?
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