Overview
Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven' is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Dactylorhiza, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, rock garden, wildflower meadow and flower borders and beds.
About
Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Dactylorhiza genus, which comprises tuberous perennials with elongated, lanceolate leaves that may bear purple spots. This deciduous plant thrives in partial shade and prefers moist but well-drained loam soil of any pH. Suitable for east, north, or west-facing aspects, it is hardy to UK zone H5. Flowering in spring, it is ideal for cottage gardens, rock gardens, wildflower meadows, and flower borders. Propagation is by division in early spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dactylorhiza
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden, Wildflower meadow, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven'
- Propagation
- Divide in early spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven'?
Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven' prefers partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven' need?
Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven' hardy in the UK?
Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Dactylorhiza praetermissa 'Copenhaven'?
Divide in early spring.
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