Overview
Pleione Stromboli gx 'Robin' is a clump forming alpine rockery in the genus Pleione, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Pleione Stromboli gx 'Robin' 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 Stromboli gx 'Robin' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Pleione genus, which comprises deciduous orchids with pseudobulbs that produce one or two elongated leaves. This orchid typically bears solitary flowers on short stems. It thrives in partial shade with a west- or east-facing aspect and requires a sheltered position. The plant prefers well-drained loam or sandy soil with an acid to neutral pH. Suitable for patio containers or rock gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H3 and is best cultivated in orchid bark with bright indirect light. It can be propagated by division of pseudobulbs and offers seasonal interest throughout the year.
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 Stromboli gx 'Robin' 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 Stromboli gx 'Robin'
- 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 Stromboli gx 'Robin'?
Pleione Stromboli gx 'Robin' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pleione Stromboli gx 'Robin' need?
Pleione Stromboli gx 'Robin' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pleione Stromboli gx 'Robin' hardy in the UK?
Pleione Stromboli gx 'Robin' 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 Stromboli gx 'Robin'?
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'