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Cypripedium Tilman gx

Also Known As

  • Cypripedium 'Tilman'
  • Tilman Hybrid Lady's Slipper

Plant type

perennial, orchid

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Cypripedium Tilman gx plant details

Cypripedium Tilman gx is a broadleaf deciduous perennial orchid with green foliage. In spring cream and pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cypripedium Tilman gx

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cypripedium Tilman gx

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tilman' is renowned for its large, clearly coloured flowers on compact stems. The plant itself grows 30-40 cm tall. This makes the remarkable size of the flowers even more impressive. The lip is creamy white and the tepals are striped and spotted with dark pink. An eye-catcher for the front of your orchid bed! Blooms in May. A cross between Cypripedium tibeticum and C. fasciolatum. Grown from seed. Plants will resemble the image but may not be identical. Lady's slipper hybrids are much more vigorous and easy to grow than species. Blooming size.

Gardening facts about Cypripedium Tilman gx plant

How to Grow Cypripedium Tilman gx

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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