About

This garden plant, reaching 20-80cm, with well-structured habit. It seasonal interest. 'Lydia Ruth' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Phragmipedium comprises epiphytic or terrestrial orchids with pseudobulbs or cane-like stems. The flowers, borne on arching or upright racemes, are valued for their striking colours and markings in specialist collections

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers

Care notes

CultivationFertile well-drained soil
PruningTidy as needed
PropagationDivision or cuttings
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceMonitor pests