Tongariro Hardy Orchid
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- flowering dateSpring
- hardiness zone3-10
- height3 - 4 inches
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship as9-11 CM BULB
- sun exposurePartial Shade
Known as the 'Windowsill Orchid,' this variety may be difficult to find, but it sure is easy to grow! Gorgeous pink flowers born atop short and strong stems bloom for weeks. Can be grown indoors as well. One of the most beautiful hardy orchids on the market, it looks best planted in containers, rock gardens or peat walls.
Product Details
- botanical namePleione 'Tongariro'
- flowering dateSpring
- flower colorPink
- flower formSolitary flowers born on short stems.
- foliage typeDeciduous, Smooth-Textured
- formPerennial
- growth rateModerate
- hardiness zone3-10
- height3 - 4 inches
- planting instructionsGreenhouse - filtered sunlight, moderate humidity, regular feedings. Outdoors - sheltered site in partial shade, protect from severe weather and excessive moisture.
- pruningNo pruning needed.
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- shipping seasonSpring
- ship as9-11 CM BULB
- soil requirementNeeds a well-drained soil. Good drainage is essential
- spacing6 - 10 inches
- spread6 - 10 inches
- sun exposurePartial Shade
- watering requirementWater sparingly until the bulb develops a flower, then water regularly.
- winter careLift in zones 3-7. Move indoors and store in a cool room or basement.
Shipping Schedule
When will my order ship?
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping timeframes outlined below:
| 2024 Spring Shipping Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Zone | Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, and Shrubs |
| 3A-3B | 4/29/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 4A-4B | 4/29/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 5A | 4/18/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 5B | 3/25/24 -5/31/24 |
| 6A | 3/11/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 6B | 2/26/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 7A | 2/22/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 7B | 2/19/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 8A | 2/15/24 - 5/10/24 |
| 8B | 2/12/24 - 5/10/24 |
| 9A-10B | 2/5/24 - 5/10/24 |
| Last Order Date | Zones 3A - 7B: 5/27/24 Zones 8A - 10B: 5/10/24 |
