Cypripedium formosanum Lady's Slipper |
| DescriptionCode: 8614 | | Genus: Cypripedium | Plant Type:Perennial | Early spring shoots unfold to reveal two broad, crinkled, decorative leaves from the centre of which unfurls a flower with a large, inflated, pastel pink to white lip with an dimple-like orifice. This is surrounded by light apple green and pink tepals. Lip and tepals are mottled or streaked with darker purple. They require 2 to 3 hours direct early morning or late afternoon sun and be in dappled shade the remainder of the day. | Blooms: Summer | | Growth Rate: Slow | Size Range: 12-14" tall x 12-14" wide |
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Cultural InformationExposure Part Shade Shade | Soil: Rich,Well-drained,Moist,Loam,Prefers Acidic Soil | Water Use: Moderate | Maintenance: Medium | Hardiness Zone: 6,7,8 Cold Hardy to -10° to 0°F |
| Features and Benefits Attracts Butterflies | May Naturalize | Showy Flowers | Tolerates moist soil | |
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Grown by: Blooming Nursery,Inc & Blooming Junction
3839 SW Golf Course Road, Cornelius, OR 97113 Ph: (503) 357-2904 Fax: (503) 357-2932 Email: sales@bloomingnursery.com