Cymbidium Memoria Myrtle Wain ‘Lachie’

Cymbidium Memoria Myrtle Wain 'Lachie' AM/AOC is a standard-size Cymbidium hybrid selected for its richly coloured flowers and strong upright spike habit. 'Lachie' received an Award of Merit from the Australian Orchid Council, recognising the flower quality and presentation of this cultivar. The Memoria Myrtle Wain grex is a well-established Australian hybrid noted for bold, deep-toned flowers.

About this plant

• Flowering: Winter to spring. Strong upright spikes carry multiple large, well-formed flowers.
• Flowers: Deep red to burgundy with broad, well-rounded petals and a contrasting lip. Awarded for flower quality and overall presentation.
• Plant: Standard size.

Growing conditions

• Temperature: Cool to intermediate. Well suited to southern Australian conditions. It needs cool autumn nights to initiate spiking and is not suitable for warm climates.
• Light: Bright filtered light. 30–50% shade cloth or dappled outdoor shade. Avoid direct midday sun.
• Humidity: Moderate to high.
• Water: Water freely during spring and summer growth. Reduce frequency in winter while keeping the medium just moist.
• Feeding: Balanced liquid fertiliser fortnightly during the growing season. Taper off through late autumn and winter.

What you'll receive

• A single-lead clone (SLC): a mericlone plant with one lead, not yet at flowering size.
• Supplied in a 66mm pot as an established growing plant, packed to protect the root system in transit.
• Shipped from the Dandenong Ranges, Victoria.