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Epipactis thunbergii
Also Known As
- Japanese Stream Orchid
Plant type
perennial, orchid
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Epipactis thunbergii plant details
Epipactis thunbergii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial orchid with green foliage. In spring and summer magenta, orange and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Epipactis thunbergii
- Plant type: perennial orchid
- Plant family: orchidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: magenta, orange and yellow blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Epipactis thunbergii
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Epipactis thunbergii
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
- yellow
- magenta
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-14"
Width: 9"-12"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-16"
Width: 15"-18"
- sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-16"
Width: 8"-18"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 24"-36"
- mostly sun - shade
- standing water - even moisture
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