About
A grex of the Dendrobium nobile alliance, bearing arching racemes of large, well-formed flowers in white, pink, and mauve tones with a contrasting lip in spring from mature cane-like pseudobulbs. A rewarding cool-to-intermediate-growing orchid for a bright glasshouse.
About the genus
Erysimum can be annuals, biennials or woody-based perennials with narrow leaves and dense racemes of often fragrant, 4-petalled flowers
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.