Cymbidium

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OrchidHouse plantFamily: Orchidaceae

Height: 90cmSpread: 45cm
Half hardy

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Cymbidium orchids are some of the easiest houseplants to grow. They bear pretty flowers in a range of colours, over a long period.

For best results grow Cymbidium orchids in a well-lit room away from direct sunlight. Cymbidiums prefer cooler growing conditions than other orchid varieties, and to flower well they require a distinct drop in temperature between day and night from mid- to late summer. It is possible to transfer cymbidiums outdoors in summer, but do keep them out of direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch.

During the growing season, water regularly and feed every three weeks. In winter, water sparingly.

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Cymbidium and wildlife

Cymbidium has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Cymbidium poisonous?

Cymbidium has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People