Overview
Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx is a clump forming alpine rockery in the genus Pleione, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx is a deciduous orchid cultivar belonging to the Pleione genus, known for its clump-forming habit and pseudobulbs that produce one or two elongated leaves. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a sheltered aspect, preferring well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH. Suitable for alpine rockeries, conservatories, patios, and containers, it benefits from orchid bark and bright indirect light in cultivation. Hardy to UK zone H3, it offers interest throughout the year, including spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pleione
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx
- Propagation
- Division of pseudobulbs
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, glasshouse red spider mite, slugs, mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx?
Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx need?
Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx hardy in the UK?
Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Pleione Shepherd's Warning gx?
Division of pseudobulbs.
More in the Pleione genus
- Pleione bulbocodioides 'Yunnan'
- Pleione coronaria
- Pleione maculata 'Arthuriana'
- Pleione pleionoides
- Pleione 'Verdi'
- Pleione Alishan gx 'Mount Fuji'
- Pleione Fuego gx
- Pleione Irazu gx 'Irazu Violet'