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Cypripedium Ivory gx

Also Known As

  • Cypripedium 'Ivory'
  • Ivory Hybrid Ladys Slipper Orchid

Plant type

perennial, orchid

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Cypripedium Ivory gx plant details

Cypripedium Ivory gx is a broadleaf deciduous perennial orchid with green foliage. In spring chartreuse, chocolate, cream and white 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 Ivory gx

Plant type: perennial orchid
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse, chocolate, cream and white blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cypripedium Ivory gx

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cypripedium 'Ivory' (C. cordigerum x C. kentuckiense) is a stunning hybrid owing to the large ivory-white pouch backed by yellow petals striped and speckled in burgundy. Blooms in May/June. 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 Ivory gx plant

How to Grow Cypripedium Ivory 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

    • white
    • cream
    • chartreuse
    • chocolate
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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