Dendrobium Hybrid (Snugglebear x Jesmond Sparkler) – Exciting Bicolor Seedling

Dive into the excitement of this Dendrobium seedling cross, a genetic blend of the intense magenta from 'Snugglebear' and the vibrant gold-and-red patterning of 'Jesmond Sparkler'. This crossing guarantees a truly unpredictable and dazzling spectrum of colours in the resulting offspring. This is an easy-to-manage, upright hybrid that promises a spectacular and unique flower display, perfectly suited for the patio or shade house.

Care Requirements

• Light: Requires bright filtered light to flower successfully. Ensure protection from intense, burning summer sun.
• Temperature: Intermediate to Cool (5°C – 30°C). As an Aus-Den, it is extremely hardy but must be shielded from frost.
• Watering: Follow the 'wet and dry' method: water thoroughly during active growth (Summer), then allow the mix to dry out fully before rewatering. Restrict watering severely during Winter dormancy.
• Humidity: 50% or higher, with high priority given to excellent air circulation to maintain plant health.
• Potting: Use a coarse, well-draining Dendrobium mix. These plants prefer to be grown "pot-tight" (root-bound). Repotting is best done in Spring only when the pot is over-filled.
• Fertilizing: Feed regularly with a weak solution of balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Reduce or stop feeding entirely from late Autumn through Winter rest.

Genetic History & Provenance

• Parentage: Dendrobium Snugglebear 'Michelle' x Dendrobium Jesmond Sparkler 'Greg Hall'.
• Hybridizer: Private Breeder (Seedling Cross).
• Registration: Unregistered Seedling Cross.
• Awards: Not applicable (This is a seedling cross). Both parents are clones from successful, award-producing Australian hybrid lines.
• Note: This is a **Seedling Cross** (not a mericlone). Flower colour, size, and pattern will vary between individual plants.

Flowering and Maturity Profile

• Season: Typically flowers in late Winter to Spring, once the new canes have matured.
• Bloom Size: Expected to be medium-sized, approximately 4–6 cm across.
• Coloration: Highly variable, ranging from hot pink/magenta to yellow/gold, with many seedlings expected to display unique bicolour combinations and spotting.
• Fragrance: Not officially noted as fragrant.
• Growth Habit: Upright, hard-cane type growth, forming compact clumps ideal for pot culture.

Why Buy This Plant?

• A high-potential seedling cross offering the excitement of seeing a unique, unregistered bloom from parents with proven performance records.
• Features a compact, upright growth habit that is extremely robust and thrives across a wide range of growing conditions.
• Belgrave Quality: Our stock is robust, healthy, and has been grown for excellent vigor, ensuring a successful growing experience.