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Bletilla striata Soryu Blue Dragon - Hyacinth orchid

Bletilla striata Soryu Blue Dragon
Hyacinth Orchid

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I really like this flower, especially the colour because it reminds me of my childhood when my mum used to try to put me to sleep when I was a baby.

sophie, 30/03/2017

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This hardy terrestrial orchid is a charming plant that is easy to cultivate in any garden. In spring, it forms large clumps of numerous glossy, channelled leaves, from which small purplish-blue typical orchid flowers emerge in late spring stems.   A good choice for woodland gardens, this plant thrives in partial shade, in any good, moisture-retentive garden soil.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
45 cm
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -15°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March to April
Recommended planting time March to May
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Description

Bletilla striata Soryu Blue Dragon is a recent and hardy orchid. It is as charming as it is easy to grow in any garden. In spring, it forms large, relaxed clumps of numerous shiny, channelled leaves, from which small purplish-blue typical orchid flowers emerge in late spring stems. This plant is well suited for woodland gardens and thrives in partial shade, in any good, moisture-retaining garden soil.

 

This new orchid comes directly from Japan, where it was created a few years ago. It has recently been made available for sale. This plant is a blue variety of Bletilla striata. It develops from semi-buried pseudobulbs, resembling tubers, which form an arc of 45 cm (18in) in length. From spring onwards, it forms a trailing clump that widens over time, composed of broad, arching leaves that are somewhat soft. It produces small, open flowers in spring or summer (from May to July), depending on the climate, on stems reaching up to 40 cm (16in) in height. The flowers are a shimmering lavender-blue, highlighted with white. The flower consists of 3 sepals and 3 petals, one of which is quite distinct and called the lip. It is often this floral part that is remarkable in orchids. The lip of Bletilla Blue Dragon is adorned with small white ruffles along its length, on a background marked with darker blue-violet spots. The deciduous leaves are medium green, beautifully plicate, and measure up to 30 cm (12in) in length and 5 to 7 cm (2 to 3in) in width. The plant produces seeds that give rise to plants identical to the parent plant.

 

This woodland orchid is easy to grow under favourable conditions (humus-rich and moist soil), but it is recommended for experienced gardeners. It adapts well to most climates. It likes sheltered, bright locations, but not direct sunlight. Its leaves will disappear due to frost, but they will regenerate in early spring. The rhizomatous clump will slowly produce suckers to form beautiful clusters. Plant Bletilla Blue Dragon in light, moist woodland areas, or even near water features, alongside arisaemas, ferns, or hostas. Bletilla can also be grown in pots to enhance your patios

 

, in semi-shade, but they should be protected during cold winters.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 45 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour mauve
Flowering time May to July
Inflorescence Solitary
Flower size 3 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Bletilla

Species

striata

Cultivar

Soryu Blue Dragon

Family

Orchidaceae

Other common names

Hyacinth Orchid

Origin

Southeast Asia

Product reference50341

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Planting and care

Plant Bletilla Soryu Blue Dragon in a humus-rich, light, airy, and well-drained soil. You can improve the soil in your garden by incorporating compost.  For optimal results, add 20% lava stone, which will help maintain good moisture in summer while ensuring good drainage during winter. More than intense frost, it is the excess water in winter that proves to be the main enemy of these orchids.  If the soil in your garden is too compact or clay, we recommend creating a planting pocket. Dig a hole of about 40 cm (16in) cubed, cover the bottom with a layer of drainage (lava stone or fine gravel), and fill it with the mixture indicated above.  Bletilla can also be grown in pots. However, make sure to choose a container that is large enough, with a minimum diameter of 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16in), to allow new shoots to develop on the periphery. Water regularly from April to September, then let your plants rest. In winter, in regions with very severe cold ,-20°C (1°F), place your pots in a cool, below 5°C (41°F), and bright place.

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Planting period

Best planting time March to April
Recommended planting time March to May

Intended location

Suitable for Shaded rockery, Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border, Free-standing, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil moisture Moist soil, Well drained, humus-rich and light

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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