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Hardy Ornamental

Bletilla striata

Hardy Japanese Orchid

A beautiful addition to the margins of a water garden or bog with its exotic pinkish purple (sometimes white) flower that once in bloom will last for almost a month. Blooming at just about a foot tall, from May to June and hardy in zone 6 for sure. Bletilla is a must for plant enthusiasts and a sure show stopper in anyone's garden.

Bloom Color

Purple

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure
Sun
Partial Shade
Shade
Mature Height
< 1'
Spread Characteristics
Clumping
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Spring
Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Spring
Summer
Foliage Color
Green
Plant Type
Flowering Perennial
Marginal
Attributes
Bog
Container
Cut Flower
Ornamental Flower
Specimen
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
6