Enhance your garden with the exotic beauty of the Purple Butterfly Orchid, featuring delicate, butterfly-shaped blooms in vibrant purple. Ideal for garden borders, container planting, or trellises, this low-maintenance plant adds elegance and color while attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its heirloom quality ensures strong growth and long-lasting blooms, making it a favorite for home gardeners seeking both beauty and functionality.
Features & Specifications
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Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
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Plant Variety: Purple Butterfly Orchid (Orchidaceae)
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Flower Color: Deep purple
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Growth Habit: Climbing or upright perennial
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Maintenance Level: Low
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
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Best Use: Garden borders, containers, trellises, and ornamental displays
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Climate Tolerance: Prefers temperate climates with well-draining soil
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Soil Preparation: Use fertile, well-draining soil.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds lightly on the soil surface and press gently; do not cover deeply.
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Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) apart; provide support for climbing if needed.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination; water moderately once established.
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Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade.
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Germination Period: 14–28 days under ideal conditions.
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Best Season to Plant: Spring or early summer after the last frost.