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Cypripedium John Haggar gx

Also Known As

  • Cypripedium 'John Haggar'
  • Cypripedium macranthos John Haggar gx
  • John Haggar Hybrid Ladys Slipper Orchid

Plant type

perennial, orchid

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Cypripedium John Haggar gx plant details

Cypripedium John Haggar gx is a broadleaf deciduous perennial orchid with green foliage. In spring magenta 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 John Haggar gx

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cypripedium John Haggar gx

USDA Zones: 4a - 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

John Haggar' has large glowing magenta flowers with a large, inflated slipper. It is vigorous and robust in growth with stems up to 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.

Gardening facts about Cypripedium John Haggar gx plant

How to Grow Cypripedium John Haggar 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

    • magenta
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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