Photo of Cypripedium Wim gx flower by Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

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Cypripedium Wim gx

Also Known As

  • Cypripedium 'Wim'
  • Wim Hybrid Ladys Slipper Orchid

Plant type

perennial, orchid

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Cypripedium Wim gx plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cypripedium Wim gx

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cypripedium Wim gx

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wim' has tall stems 1-2 feet tall with small to medium-sized, deep pink veined flowers with a light pink and creamy white background. The petals are large and rippled and flowers can be 1-3 per stem. It is vigorous and robust in growth. Blooms in late May to early 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 Wim gx plant

How to Grow Cypripedium Wim gx

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
    • burgundy
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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