x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange' — Climbing

Overview

x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange' is a plant with a climbing habit in the genus Odontioda, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and wall side borders.

About

× Odontioda, abbreviated Oda. in horticulture, was a nothogenus of orchids, set up for plants produced by crosses between the genera Odontoglossum and Cochlioda.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Odontioda

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange' size, habit and characteristics

Habit: Climbing
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Wall side borders

Care notes

Pruning and caring for x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange'

Propagation: Softwood cuttings in early to mid spring, Hardwood cuttings in late summer to autumn, Chip budding in summer, Seed propagation (requires stratification)
Pest resistance: Aphids, Rose leafhopper, Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects, Caterpillars, Large rose sawfly, Rose slugworm sawfly, Rose leaf-rolling sawfly, Deer, Rabbits
Disease resistance: Rose black spot, Rose rust, Replant disease, Rose dieback, Rose powdery mildew, Honey fungus, Rose blindness, Flower balling

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange'?

x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange' need?

x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange' hardy in the UK?

x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate x Odontioda Harry Baldwin gx 'Le Orange'?

Softwood cuttings in early to mid spring, Hardwood cuttings in late summer to autumn, Chip budding in summer, Seed propagation (requires stratification).

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