Pleione pleionoides 'Blakeway Philips'

Also Known As

Pleione speciosa 'Blakeway Phillips'
Blakeway Philips Hardy Terrestrial Orchid

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 4"-8"

planting zones

7a-10b

Pleione pleionoides 'Blakeway Philips' plant details

Pleione pleionoides 'Blakeway Philips' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pleione pleionoides 'Blakeway Philips'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pleione pleionoides 'Blakeway Philips'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Winter dormant pseudobulbs produce exquisite pink and white orchid flowers with yellow blotched throats in April then long pleated leaves for the summer. They slowly multiply to form colonies. Plant in gritty, loamy, well-drained soil in bright shade with ample summer moisture but keep dry in winter. Can be planted outside or grown in pots. 'Blakeway Philips' is one of the easiest and hardiest selections.