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Dactylorhiza aristata
Also Known As
- Keyflower
- Marsh Orchid
Plant type
perennial, orchid
size
- H: 10"-15"
- W: 3"-6"
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Dactylorhiza aristata plant details
Dactylorhiza aristata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial orchid with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Dactylorhiza aristata
- Plant type: perennial orchid
- Plant family: orchidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 10 IN - 15 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Dactylorhiza aristata
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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Gardening facts about Dactylorhiza aristata plant
How to Grow Dactylorhiza aristata
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Dactylorhiza for your garden
aka Southern Marsh Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Orchid
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 24"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Dactylorhiza purpurella, Orchis purpurella, Deep Purple Dactylorhiza, Northern Marsh Orchid, Northern Marsh Orchid
Plant Type
Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aquatic, Orchid
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Broad-leaved Marsh Orchid, Common Marsh Orchid, Fan Orchid, Western Marsh Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic, Orchid
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-2'
Width: 2'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
aka Common Spotted Orchid
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-24"
Width: 4"-10"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Marsh Orchid, Stately Dactylorhiza
Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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