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Dactylorhiza elata

Also Known As

  • Marsh Orchid
  • Stately Dactylorhiza

Plant type

perennial, orchid

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Dactylorhiza elata plant details

Dactylorhiza elata 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 elata

Plant type: perennial orchid
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dactylorhiza elata

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blooms: spring, purple, often purple mottled foliage. Zone 5-9. 12"-24", Europe, part shade-sun, moist.

Gardening facts about Dactylorhiza elata plant

How to Grow Dactylorhiza elata

  • 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

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