Cypripedium Christian gx

Also Known As

Cypripedium 'Christian'
Christian Hybrid Ladys Slipper Orchid

Plant type

perennial, orchid

size

H: 8"-14"
W: 12"

planting zones

4a-9b

Cypripedium Christian gx plant details

Cypripedium Christian gx is a broadleaf deciduous perennial orchid with green foliage. In spring burgundy and red flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - 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 Christian gx

Plant type: perennial orchid
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 16 - wide, 8 IN - 14 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and red blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cypripedium Christian gx

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Christian' is a new hybrid cross of C. shanxiense and C. hotei with magnificent red flowers and a large prounounced slipper. It is vigorous and robust in growth with stems around 1 foot tall. Blooms in 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. Blooming size. More info on our Frosch? Cypripedium: www.cypripedium.de.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

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How to Grow Cypripedium Christian gx

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

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- burgundy
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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