Enhance your garden with Dove Orchid (Peristeria elata), an heirloom wildflower known for its delicate, graceful blooms and exotic charm. These seeds grow into striking plants that add elegance to garden beds, borders, and containers. Ideal for home gardeners seeking ornamental flowers that are easy to grow, visually appealing, and perfect for creating a natural wildflower display.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Dove Orchid (Heirloom Flower)
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Seed Type: Non-GMO, high germination
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial
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Height: 30–60 cm (mature plant)
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Flower Color: White to pale lavender, with a distinctive dove-like shape
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Blooming Season: Late spring to summer
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Sunlight: Partial shade to filtered light
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Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
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Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
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Maintenance: Low; occasional pruning and proper watering promote healthy growth
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and other beneficial insects
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 4–6 hours to enhance germination.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep in seed-starting mix or garden soil.
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Temperature: Maintain 20–25°C for optimal germination.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish.
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Germination Time: 14–21 days depending on conditions.
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Transplanting: Space seedlings 30–50 cm apart in garden beds or containers.
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Care: Low-maintenance; regular watering and pruning encourage lush foliage and delicate blooms.
