Cypripedium Bernd gx [pastel flowers]

Also Known As

Cypripedium 'Bernd Pastel'
Bernd Pastel Hybrid Ladys Slipper Orchid

Plant type

perennial, orchid

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

4b-9b

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Cypripedium Bernd gx [pastel flowers] plant details

Cypripedium Bernd gx [pastel flowers] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial orchid with green foliage. In spring cream and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cypripedium Bernd gx [pastel flowers]

Plant type: perennial orchid
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cypripedium Bernd gx [pastel flowers]

USDA Zones: 4b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Bernd Pastel' has medium-sized flowers with pure white, rounded slippers surrounded by creamy white to palest yellow petals. It is vigorous and robust in growth with stems around 1 foot tall which can have 1-2 blooms per stem. Blooms in late April or early May. 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. Well cared for clumps can double their flowering stems ever year! Blooming size with multiple eyes.

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Gardening facts about Cypripedium Bernd gx [pastel flowers] plant

How to Grow Cypripedium Bernd gx [pastel flowers]

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- cream
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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