Cymbidium Yoyos — Retractable Spike Supports

A heavy Cymbidium spike left to its own devices rarely grows straight. The weight of developing buds pulls it sideways, spacing between flowers becomes uneven, and by the time the blooms open the presentation is already compromised. Yoyos address this with a retractable, spring-tensioned line that keeps constant gentle upward pressure on the spike as it develops. It encourages straight, even growth without the need to re-tension or readjust as the spike extends.

How to use it

Attach the top hook to a fixed point above the plant, such as shadehouse wire, a cross-rail, or the top of a bamboo stake (the hook can be pushed directly into the stake). Hook the small end clip onto the spike near its tip. The spring maintains consistent tension as the spike grows. The centre stopper pin lets you lock the line at your preferred length once the spike is positioned where you want it.

Why show growers use them

• Keeps spikes growing straight, which matters for show bench presentation
• Encourages even spacing between flowers as buds develop
• Self-adjusting spring means no re-tensioning as the spike extends
• Works alongside a bamboo stake or independently from overhead wire
• Reusable season after season

What's in the pack

Yoyos are sold in three pack sizes:

• 20pc: suits a small to medium collection
• 50pc: practical for an active show collection
• 100pc: suits larger benches

Sourcing & shipping

We source supplies directly from specialist manufacturers in China — products we evaluated personally and chose because they're what serious growers and botanical collections actually use. Our Guangzhou team hand-selects and checks every item before it ships. Accessories ship separately from plants via Yun Express — shipping from $6.95, worked out at checkout from the weight of the order and your postcode (see how), typically within 5–10 business days.